DISNEY's NEWSIES!
Audition Information
NEWSIES Casting Information
Cast Roles Breakdown
Gender Flexibility in Casting
Please read all information carefully and then complete the CYPA PRODUCTION AGREEMENT online at the end of the information.
AUDITION MATERIAL and INFORMATION is posted below the Production Information
Audition Information
NEWSIES Casting Information
Cast Roles Breakdown
Gender Flexibility in Casting
Please read all information carefully and then complete the CYPA PRODUCTION AGREEMENT online at the end of the information.
AUDITION MATERIAL and INFORMATION is posted below the Production Information
Central York Performing Arts will present their 2023 Musical production of Disney's Newsies on March 31, April 1 & 2, 2023. Auditions will be held Tues., December 13 with two sessions to choose from: 3:30-6:15 PM or 6:30-9:15 PM. Rehearsals begin Monday, January 3.
There are three groups for participation in this CYPA production:
ONLINE REGISTRATION
All students interested in being a part of this production - cast, pit, and crew/tech, must register using the online agreement form found at the bottom of this page by December 12.
PRODUCTION AGREEMENT
All groups - cast, pit, and crew, must acknowledge the Production Agreement along with a parent/guardian.
PRE-SELECTION FLEX MEETING
Staff will be holding Pre-Selection Meetings during Flex periods on Nov. 29 , Dec. 2, & Dec. 5. Attendance at one of these meetings is recommended for every student interested in participating (cast, pit, crew). The meetings will be held in the Band Room. The purpose of these meetings is to explain the selection process and review some expectations and the schedule for this production.
COMMITMENT
This is an extremely time-intensive activity. If you are involved in any manner, you can expect to be busy between January 3 and March 8 and VERY busy from March 14 - April 2. Cast rehearsals will be two or three days a week beginning Jan. 3, and three-four days a week beginning February 6 While every cast member may not be called for every rehearsal, the expectation is that you will be present for all required commitments; learn and study your parts, music, lines, choreography; be off-book by deadlines; and commit to make this the best possible production you can. Specific schedule and calls will be posted a week or two in advance.
All students must be able to balance school, other activities, work, and a very intensive schedule. Please review the student Code of Conduct and the Co-Curricular information in the Student Handbook. You must be able to keep your academics up in order to remain eligible.
The time frame for putting this production together falls during the Winter Sports season AND the Spring Sports Season. It is unlikely that you can participate in both a sport and the musical. It may be possible to do a Winter Sport, but a Spring Sport will likely be impossible. Please do not make a commitment to the show if you have not already cleared your schedule with your coach.
ALL REHEARSALS beginning March 14 are required in full, meaning do not schedule any doctor appointments, orthodontist, driving exams, music lessons, dance classes, etc. during rehearsal times for these weeks prior to opening night. If this schedule does not work for your schedule, then this activity is not for you.
CONFLICTS
All conflicts MUST be pre-approved by either Mr. Hodge or Mr. Watson (for cast), Mr. Martini (for pit), or Mrs. Hillegas (for crew). Unexcused absences will not be tolerated and can result in your dismissal from the production. Known possible conflicts should be noted in the online registration form. We cannot not work around every conflict. Listing the conflict does not guarantee it is excused. We cannot work around rehearsals for outside productions. We will be flexible, when possible, with regards to regular dance classes and voice lessons, as these contribute to your growth in musical theater. NO CONFLICTS during the last two weeks before the show opens… period!
GENERAL SCHEDULE (subject to change)
Please see the Production Calendar for general scheduled dates and times, posted on the CYPA website.
CAST general schedule
PIT general schedule
PERFORMANCES - All Groups (call times to be announced)
March 31 & April 1 @ 7:30 PM and April 2 @ 2:00 PM
There are three groups for participation in this CYPA production:
- Cast - on stage, requires audition and selection
- Pit - requires audition and/or selection
- Crew/Tech - no audition required (tech, management and stage crew positions)
- Register online - deadline is 3:00 PM, December 12
- Production Agreement - is part of the online registration form and must be acknowledged by both student and parent/guardian
- Attend a Pre-Selection Flex Meeting - Nov. 29 , Dec. 2, or Dec. 4 in Band Room
ONLINE REGISTRATION
All students interested in being a part of this production - cast, pit, and crew/tech, must register using the online agreement form found at the bottom of this page by December 12.
PRODUCTION AGREEMENT
All groups - cast, pit, and crew, must acknowledge the Production Agreement along with a parent/guardian.
PRE-SELECTION FLEX MEETING
Staff will be holding Pre-Selection Meetings during Flex periods on Nov. 29 , Dec. 2, & Dec. 5. Attendance at one of these meetings is recommended for every student interested in participating (cast, pit, crew). The meetings will be held in the Band Room. The purpose of these meetings is to explain the selection process and review some expectations and the schedule for this production.
COMMITMENT
This is an extremely time-intensive activity. If you are involved in any manner, you can expect to be busy between January 3 and March 8 and VERY busy from March 14 - April 2. Cast rehearsals will be two or three days a week beginning Jan. 3, and three-four days a week beginning February 6 While every cast member may not be called for every rehearsal, the expectation is that you will be present for all required commitments; learn and study your parts, music, lines, choreography; be off-book by deadlines; and commit to make this the best possible production you can. Specific schedule and calls will be posted a week or two in advance.
All students must be able to balance school, other activities, work, and a very intensive schedule. Please review the student Code of Conduct and the Co-Curricular information in the Student Handbook. You must be able to keep your academics up in order to remain eligible.
The time frame for putting this production together falls during the Winter Sports season AND the Spring Sports Season. It is unlikely that you can participate in both a sport and the musical. It may be possible to do a Winter Sport, but a Spring Sport will likely be impossible. Please do not make a commitment to the show if you have not already cleared your schedule with your coach.
ALL REHEARSALS beginning March 14 are required in full, meaning do not schedule any doctor appointments, orthodontist, driving exams, music lessons, dance classes, etc. during rehearsal times for these weeks prior to opening night. If this schedule does not work for your schedule, then this activity is not for you.
CONFLICTS
All conflicts MUST be pre-approved by either Mr. Hodge or Mr. Watson (for cast), Mr. Martini (for pit), or Mrs. Hillegas (for crew). Unexcused absences will not be tolerated and can result in your dismissal from the production. Known possible conflicts should be noted in the online registration form. We cannot not work around every conflict. Listing the conflict does not guarantee it is excused. We cannot work around rehearsals for outside productions. We will be flexible, when possible, with regards to regular dance classes and voice lessons, as these contribute to your growth in musical theater. NO CONFLICTS during the last two weeks before the show opens… period!
GENERAL SCHEDULE (subject to change)
Please see the Production Calendar for general scheduled dates and times, posted on the CYPA website.
CAST general schedule
- Jan. 3-Feb. 3 - Tues, Wed & Thurs., 3:00-5:00 PM
- Feb. 6-Mar. 8 - Mon, Tues, Wed., & Thurs., 3:00-5:00 PM
- Mar. 13-23 - Mon., Tues., Wed., Thur. 3:00-6:00 PM
- Mar 26 - Sunday - 2:00 - 8:00 PM - Tech Rehearsal and Runs
- Mar 27, 28, 29, 30 - Dress Rehearsals 4:30 - 9:30 PM
- March 31 & April 1 - 7:30 PM SHOW
- April 2 - 2:00 SHOW
- TBA - will be one or two days a week, 3:00-5:00 to start
- Mar. 20-23 - Mon., Tues., Wed., Thur. 3:00-6:00 PM
- Mar 25 - Saturday - Dry Tech 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- Mar 26 - Sunday - 2:00 - 8:00 PM - Tech Rehearsal and Runs
- Mar 27, 28, 29, 30 - Dress Rehearsals 4:30 - 9:30 PM
- March 31 & April 1 - 7:30 PM SHOW
- April 2 - 2:00 SHOW
PIT general schedule
- Jan. 9, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13, 27, Mar. 6, 13 - 7:00-9:30 PM
- Mar 20 - 6:00-9:00 (Sitzprobe)
- Mar 27, 28, 29, 30 - Dress Rehearsals - 6:00-9:30 PM
- March 31 & April 1 - 7:30 PM SHOW
- April 2 - 2:00 SHOW
PERFORMANCES - All Groups (call times to be announced)
March 31 & April 1 @ 7:30 PM and April 2 @ 2:00 PM
CLICK ON THE BUTTON TO REGISTER
AUDITIONS
Tuesday, DECEMBER 13 3:30-6:15 OR 6:30-9:15 PM
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AUDITION SCHEDULE
3:30/6:30 Meeting in auditorium - everyone who is auditioning 3:40/6:40 Break into groups for choreography & acting exercises 4:40/7:40 Vocal and choreography auditions. Everyone will be randomly placed in a group of 8-10 to do the choreography and vocal audition. Once you finish, you may leave. Be prepared to wait a while to audition. PROCESS Pre-Selection Meeting There will be Flex meetings for all students planning to audition, work crew/tech, or play in the pit. Please sign up and attend one Flex period. “CYPA Pre-Selection Meeting” with Mr. Martini. Attendance at one Pre-Selection Flex is required to audition. Evaluation Each person auditioning will be evaluated on the following:
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AUDITION MATERIALS
updated 12/01/22 with new selections for NEWSIES MEN Santa Fe - lead sheet MP3 - Accomp (this file will be used for auditions) MP3 - Accomp w/lead line MP3 - Lead Line only WOMEN Watch What Happens - lead sheet MP3 - Accomp (this file will be used for auditions) MP3 - Accomp w/lead line MP3 - Lead Line only DON'T FORGET TO COMPLETE THE ONLINE REGISTRATION AND PRODUCTION AGREEMENT |
Callbacks
The callback list will be posted on the bulletin board on Tuesday, December 14. Those called back will be seen for additional reading and singing (no dance) on Thursday, December 16. There may be vocal selections and/or sides to prepare. If you are not called back, it does not mean you were not cast in the show.
Posting
The cast selections will be announced via email on Saturday morning, December 18. Each person who auditioned will be notified of their status via email. The cast list will be posted the following week.
Feedback
Getting feedback on your audition is important. Opportunities will be available for you to receive feedback on what you did well and what you can work on to improve future auditions. Flex sessions will be available after casting notifications are out.
NOTE TO ALL AUDITIONING -
All students must audition on the designated audition date of December 13. We will not be able to accommodate conflicts that prevent you from auditioning on this date.
PIT ORCHESTRA
Selection
The pit orchestra will be selected from those students who express interest and have demonstrated the ability to play a very challenging book. Auditions will be held if necessary. Many parts will be covered by adult or professional musicians.
INSTRUMENTATION for NEWSIES
CREW/TECH
Selection
Crew and Tech will be open to those who sign up and make a commitment to the show. There are many different jobs that must be covered behind the scenes. Most students find one or two areas they enjoy and specialize in.
The callback list will be posted on the bulletin board on Tuesday, December 14. Those called back will be seen for additional reading and singing (no dance) on Thursday, December 16. There may be vocal selections and/or sides to prepare. If you are not called back, it does not mean you were not cast in the show.
Posting
The cast selections will be announced via email on Saturday morning, December 18. Each person who auditioned will be notified of their status via email. The cast list will be posted the following week.
Feedback
Getting feedback on your audition is important. Opportunities will be available for you to receive feedback on what you did well and what you can work on to improve future auditions. Flex sessions will be available after casting notifications are out.
NOTE TO ALL AUDITIONING -
All students must audition on the designated audition date of December 13. We will not be able to accommodate conflicts that prevent you from auditioning on this date.
PIT ORCHESTRA
Selection
The pit orchestra will be selected from those students who express interest and have demonstrated the ability to play a very challenging book. Auditions will be held if necessary. Many parts will be covered by adult or professional musicians.
INSTRUMENTATION for NEWSIES
- 1 Flute & piccolo
- 1 Clarinet
- 1 Alto Sax & Soprano Sax
- 1 Trumpet
- 1 Trombone & Bass Trombone
- 1 Percussion/Drum Kit
- 1 Percussion
- 2 Keyboards
- 1 Guitar
- 1 Violin
- 1. Cello
- 1 Electric Bass
CREW/TECH
Selection
Crew and Tech will be open to those who sign up and make a commitment to the show. There are many different jobs that must be covered behind the scenes. Most students find one or two areas they enjoy and specialize in.
- Stage Manger
- Stage Crew
- Set Construction
- Set Painting/Design
- Fly Bar
- Sound
- Lighting
- Props
- Costumes & Make Up
- Box Office
- Student Producer
