It’s time to carry the banner on The Barn’s stage with Disney’s Newsies! Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies.” When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what’s right!

Based on the 1992 motion picture and inspired by a true story, Newsies features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken (Little Shop of Horrors, Sister Act) and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein (Kinky Boots). Featuring the now classic songs “Carrying the Banner,” “Seize the Day,” and “Santa Fe,” Newsies is packed with non-stop thrills and a timeless message, perfect for the whole family and every audience.

Music ByAlan Menken
Lyrics ByJack Feldman
Booked ByHarvey Fierstein
Based on the Disney film written by Bob Tzudiker and Noni White.
Newsies is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.mtishows.com

Directed & Produced by Kate Smith
Co Assistant Directors: Melanie Tyler & Barbra Black
Musical Director: Shannon Satko
Choreographer: Elinor Willett
Assistant Choreographer: Stephani Berra
Sponsored by: The Porterville Recorder

CAST IS LISTED BELOW: Race will be played by the understudy at April 4th’s performance. Katherine will be played by the understudy at the April 11th, 12th and 13th performances.

On Sun, April 6 at 2pm, there will be a “Special Friends” performance where caregiver tickets are $5 and their special friends will be Free. This is open to seniors and persons with special needs.