Teton Music provides this Disney’s Newsies Jr cast list to help school directors review roles, plan auditions, and choose the right Broadway Junior materials for their students.
Shop Disney’s Newsies Jr ShowKitQuick Details for Schools
- Cast Size: Large, 21 or more performers
- Cast Type: Ensemble Cast
- Dance Requirements: Standard
- Best For: Middle school theatre programs, dance-focused productions, strong ensemble performers, and schools wanting a high-energy Disney Broadway musical
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Disney’s Newsies Jr is a Broadway Junior title intended for accredited schools using student performers. If you are a community theatre, children’s theatre, or a non-school program without an academic curriculum, your order may not be eligible.
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Disney’s Newsies Jr Cast of Characters
Disney’s Newsies Jr cast list includes determined newsboys, powerful reporters, corrupt businessmen, vaudeville performers, political leaders, and one of the most energetic ensembles in Broadway Junior theatre. Based on the real-life Newsboys Strike of 1899, this musical combines exciting choreography, emotional storytelling, and unforgettable songs into a powerful production for schools. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Quick Casting Insight: Disney’s Newsies Jr works best when Jack leads with confidence and heart, Katherine matches his intelligence and energy, and the ensemble fully commits to the physical storytelling and choreography throughout the production.
Jack Kelly
Jack Kelly is the charismatic leader of the Manhattan newsies and the emotional center of the show. Tough, loyal, artistic, and fiercely protective of his friends, Jack dreams of escaping New York for a better life out West. This role requires a strong singer, confident actor, and performer capable of commanding the stage during both emotional scenes and energetic production numbers.
Gender: Male | Vocal range: B3–F5
Les
Les is Davey’s younger sibling and one of the show’s most lovable personalities. Funny, energetic, and endlessly curious, Les quickly embraces the adventurous lifestyle of the newsies. This role works best with a younger performer who can naturally charm both the cast and audience.
Vocal range: B3–F4
Crutchie
Crutchie is Jack’s optimistic best friend and one of the most heartfelt characters in the musical. Though he lives with a disability caused by polio, Crutchie refuses to let it define him. This role requires emotional honesty, strong vocals, and a performer capable of balancing humor with vulnerability and resilience.
Vocal range: A3–F5
Davey
Davey is intelligent, responsible, and naturally persuasive. Initially joining the newsies only to support his family financially, he quickly becomes a leader in the strike movement. Cast a strong actor and singer who can convincingly portray both intelligence and courage while helping lead “Seize the Day.”
Gender: Male | Vocal range: B3–D5
Katherine Plumber
Katherine is an ambitious young reporter determined to prove herself in a male-dominated profession. Quick-witted, funny, and resourceful, Katherine must be played by a strong singer with excellent diction and believable chemistry with Jack. Her featured number “Watch What Happens” requires confidence, precision, and personality.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: A3–D5
Medda Larkin
Medda is a bold vaudeville performer who supports the newsies and provides them a safe place during the strike. Inspired by real-life performer Aida Overton-Walker, Medda should be portrayed with warmth, humor, and commanding stage presence. Cast a strong singer with excellent comic timing.
Gender: Female | Vocal range: G3–D5
Wiesel
Also known as “Weasel,” Wiesel runs newspaper distribution for the World and has little patience for the newsies. Gruff, impatient, and constantly irritated, this role works well for a performer comfortable making bold comedic character choices.
Gender: Male
Joseph Pulitzer
Joseph Pulitzer is the wealthy and intimidating owner of the World newspaper. Concerned primarily with profits and power, Pulitzer initially refuses to acknowledge the struggles of the newsies. This non-singing role requires a commanding actor capable of portraying authority and intensity.
Gender: Male
Bunsen
Bunsen serves as Pulitzer’s bookkeeper and helps develop the plan to raise newspaper prices for the newsies. Though smaller, the role provides important plot development and works well for a strong supporting actor.
Gender: Any
Hannah
Hannah is Pulitzer’s clever secretary and secretly sympathetic to the newsies’ cause. This role works best with a performer capable of balancing professionalism with warmth and subtle humor.
Gender: Female
Pat
Pat is the stage manager at Medda’s theater and introduces her vaudeville acts. This featured role provides fun comic opportunities and can work well for a newer performer.
Gender: Any
Governor Teddy Roosevelt
Teddy Roosevelt is a respected public servant who ultimately encourages the newsies to stand up for themselves. Cast a performer capable of portraying maturity, confidence, and leadership.
Gender: Male
Snyder
Snyder is the cruel warden of The Refuge, a corrupt juvenile reformatory. Intimidating and manipulative, Snyder should create a genuine sense of danger within the story. This role requires strong stage presence and dramatic intensity.
Gender: Any
Seitz
Seitz is the editor of the World newspaper and one of Pulitzer’s advisors. Though he initially supports Pulitzer, Seitz gradually develops admiration for the striking newsies.
Gender: Any
Bill and Dorothy
Bill and Dorothy are Katherine’s wealthy friends who help the newsies print the Newsies Banner. These featured roles provide additional support for the strike and work well for confident supporting actors.
Gender: Male and Female
Darcy
Darcy is a photographer who works closely with Katherine during the strike. This featured role helps build the world of the newspaper business and can easily be expanded within the ensemble.
Gender: Any
Oscar and Morris Delancey
Oscar and Morris Delancey are the intimidating brothers who enforce Pulitzer’s control over newspaper distribution. Aggressive and threatening, these roles require performers capable of believable physical intimidation while still fitting within the musical’s heightened style.
Gender: Male
Newsies Ensemble
The Newsies Ensemble includes Race, Albert, Muriel, Nancy, Specs, Pigtails, Hazel, Buttons, Tommy Boy, Romeo, Jo Jo, and many additional newsies. These performers drive the musical’s choreography, harmonies, and emotional energy. Strong dancers and movers are especially valuable in these roles.
Gender: Any
Additional Ensemble Roles
The Ensemble also includes Customers, Citizens of New York, Scabs, the Bowery Brigade, Vaudeville Performers, Police Officers, Working Children, and additional featured characters. These roles help create the bustling world of New York City and allow schools to expand participation throughout the production.
Gender: Any
Why Teachers Choose Disney’s Newsies Jr
- Disney’s Newsies Jr combines powerful storytelling, exciting choreography, and memorable music into one of Broadway Junior’s most popular productions.
- The musical provides standout featured roles for actors, singers, dancers, and strong ensemble performers.
- Characters like Jack, Katherine, Crutchie, and Davey create emotionally rewarding opportunities for student performers.
- The ensemble structure allows many students to stay actively involved throughout the show.
- The themes of courage, teamwork, and standing up for justice resonate strongly with school audiences.
Ready to Move From Casting to Production?
Once you’ve reviewed the Disney’s Newsies Jr cast list, Teton Music makes it easy to get the official ShowKit your school needs for auditions, rehearsals, and production planning.
Shop Disney’s Newsies Jr ShowKitHow to Cast Disney’s Newsies Jr Successfully
- Prioritize strong ensemble chemistry and teamwork.
- Cast confident dancers and movers throughout the Newsies Ensemble.
- Look for believable chemistry between Jack and Katherine.
- Balance the show’s energetic choreography with emotional storytelling.
- Use the ensemble creatively to build the bustling atmosphere of New York City.
Before You Order
If you're considering Disney’s Newsies Jr for your school, reviewing the cast list is the most important first step. This helps determine whether the choreography demands, ensemble size, vocal requirements, and emotional storytelling fit your students and production goals.
As a trusted Broadway Junior supplier, Teton Music helps schools move from planning to production with clear product options, fast turnaround, and personal support when questions come up.
- Do you have strong dancers and energetic ensemble performers?
- Can your cast handle emotionally driven storytelling as well as large production numbers?
- Would your students enjoy a historical musical with themes of justice and teamwork?
- Do you have standout leads for Jack, Katherine, Crutchie, and Davey?
Important School Licensing Note
Broadway Junior titles are licensed for accredited school programs using student performers. Orders are reviewed for eligibility, and performance rights must be handled properly before presenting the show.
