Disney's Newsies JR. is a 60-minute version of the 2012 Broadway musical, based on the 1992 film. Inspired by the rousing true story of newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York City, Newsies JR. features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein.

When powerful newspaper publishers raise prices at the newsboys' expense, the charismatic Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. Together, the newsies learn that they are stronger united and create a movement to fight for what's right.

Including the now-classic songs "Carrying the Banner," "Seize the Day," and "Santa Fe," Newsies JR. is a timeless story full of spirit and heart.

All are welcome - No experience necessary!

Ages 8-18

Auditions | Summer 2026

Rehearsals | July 13 - 31, 2026

12:00pm - 6:00pm, Monday-Friday

Performances | July 31 - August 2, 2026

Summer Camp Fee - $450

Production Fee includes all rehearsal and performance materials, costume fee and a cast t-shirt.

FULL REHEARSAL SCHEDULE COMING SOON

Newsies JR is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.

www.MTIShows.com

Production Experience
This 7DA Summer On Stage production offers a fast-paced but FUN education in musical theatre: singing, dancing, and acting, while working towards a culminating production of Disney's Newsies JR! Everyone who registers for auditions will receive an on stage role, and no experience is necessary!

Through small group and full cast rehearsals, cast members will receive training in acting, singing, and dance technique. At the end of our rehearsal time together, cast members will showcase their learning in a fully produced production with costumes, sets, props, lights, and special effects!

Tuition & Other Associated Costs
The production fee for this show is $450 and covers all rehearsal time, rehearsal materials, associated production costs, costume fees and cast t-shirt.

We offer a sibling discount for our summer camps (10% off each additional sibling enrolled in the same cam).

Scholarships, financial assistance and payment plans are available. Please email info@7dramaticarts.com
for details.

Full Schedule
A full rehearsal schedule is attached below. Please look over it closely to make sure your cast member has minimal conflicts with the rehearsal process and zero conflicts with show dates. At auditions you will have an opportunity to tell our Production Team of any known conflicts with the rehearsal schedule. We will take note of these and plan accordingly.

NEWSIES JR REHEARSAL SCHEDULE - Coming Soon!

Auditions
Auditions for NEWSIES JR will be held at 7 Dance Centre in Pittsboro, date and time TBD. The audition packet will be available to those who register for auditions upon submission of the registration form.

How To Register
To register for NEWSIES JR, please click the button below!