Newsies The Musical 2012

Run Time:
2 hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: March 29, 2012
Closing: August 24, 2014

Newsies The Musical - 2012 - Broadway History , Info & More

Nederlander Theatre (Broadway)
208 W. 41st St. New York, NY 10036

NOW IS THE TIME TO SEIZE THE DAY with NEWSIES, Disney's triumphant, smash-hit New York musical.

It's the record-breaking, Tony Award -winning Broadway phenomenon that tells the story of an unlikely band of underdogs who take on the biggest names in publishing in an "INSPIRATIONAL" (The Hollywood Reporter) fight for justice.

NEWSIES is "EXHILARATING!" (NY Daily News) and "ELECTRIFYING!" (Vogue) with music from Tony Award winners Alan Menken and Jack Feldman as well as dancing from Tony Award winner Christopher Gattelli. "A THRILLING AMERICAN MUSICAL" (Philadelphia Inquirer) with a book by four-time Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein and directed by Tony Award nominee Jeff Calhoun, NEWSIES is a "TOP CRITICS' PICK" (New York Magazine, Time Out New York, Entertainment Weekly).

It's "THE PERFECT MUSICAL FOR OUR TIMES!" (The Star-Ledger) and now's the perfect time to get your tickets to the true, New York story that can only be seen in New York.

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FEATURED REVIEWS FOR Newsies The Musical

Disney's 'Newsies' won't break news but it still delivers
8 / 10

Newsies' contrivances are served with a light, knowing touch, and made even more palatable by the easy infectiousness of Alan Menken and Jack Feldman's songs and the youthful exuberance of the cast, under Jeff Calhoun's sprightly direction.

STAGE REVIEW Newsies (2012)
9 / 10

Assuming Bale's role as head newsie Jack Kelly on Broadway, Jeremy Jordan (survivor of the recent Bonnie & Clyde) proves he doesn't need anyone wandering into his sight lines to be an explosive presence on stage. Blessed with a crystalline voice, Jordan conveys a rare combination of masculine swagger and vulnerability. He gets a worthy foil and love interest in aspiring reporter Katherine (charming newcomer Kara Lindsay), one of several smart additions to the film's story by playwright Harvey Fierstein. She also lands one of Menken and lyricist Jack Feldman's best new songs, the delightful double-talking 'Watch What Happens.'

Kings of New York! NEWSIES National Tour Launches in NY Today
by Sally Henry Fuller - October 11, 2014


NEWSIES, the Tony Award-winning 'critics' pick' Broadway musical smash, launches a North American tour today, October 11 2014, in Schenectady, NY at Proctors.

STAGE TUBE: Watch the NEWSIES Cast Take Their FINAL Energetic Curtain Call!
by Sally Henry Fuller - August 24, 2014


The cast of the Tony Award-winning musical NEWSIES took their excited final bows at the Nederlander Theatre today to uproarious applause from a packed audience. NEWSIES featured a Tony Award-winning score with music by eight-time Academy Award winner Alan Menken and lyrics by Jack Feldman, with a book by four-time Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein. Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions, NEWSIES was directed by Tony nominee Jeff Calhoun and choreographed by Christopher Gattelli, who won a 2012 Tony Award for his work. NEWSIES enjoyed almost two and a half years on Broadway.

The Bottom Line- Broadway Bids Farewell to NEWSIES!
by BWW Special Coverage - August 24, 2014


The sad has finally arrived. After over two years at the Nederlander Theatre, Disney's NEWSIES plays its final performance on Broadway tonight, August 24. All this week we've been bringing you snapshots from the NEWSIES 'paper route' -- from the movie to how the show got to the Great White Way, to the show's still-burgeoning fandom, and its award-winning cast and creative team. Miss any of our Special Editions? Check out a recap of all the Newsies love by clicking the links below!

Last Edition: Original and Current NEWSIES Stars Recall Favorite Memories!
by BWW Special Coverage - August 24, 2014


NEWSIES plays its final performance on Broadway tonight Sunday, August 24, but BroadwayWorld (and the rest of New York, we hope) isn't ready to let the musical leave just yet! Throughout the week, we've been spreading the Newsies love by bringing you favorite memories from a slew of the current and past stars of the show. Check out a roundup of the submissions below!

Last Edition: NEWSIES Stars Recall Favorite Memories- Thayne Jasperson
by Nicole Rosky - August 23, 2014


NEWSIES plays its final performance on Broadway this coming Sunday, August 24, but BroadwayWorld (and the rest of New York, we hope) isn't ready to let the musical leave just yet! Throughout the week, we continue the Newsies love by bringing you favorite memories from a slew of the current and past stars of the show!

Last Edition: NEWSIES Stars Recall Favorite Memories- Jess LeProtto
by Nicole Rosky - August 22, 2014


NEWSIES plays its final performance on Broadway this coming Sunday, August 24, but BroadwayWorld (and the rest of New York, we hope) isn't ready to let the musical leave just yet! Throughout the week, we continue the Newsies love by bringing you favorite memories from a slew of the current and past stars of the show!

Something to Believe In- A Salute to NEWSIES' Fansies!
by Nicole Rosky - August 22, 2014


Below, BroadwayWorld salutes the epic fan-base that has kept the phenomenon that is Newsies alive over the years. Though the original film did poorly in theatres, it quickly became a cult classic, with a following that could rival some of the craziest out there. Below, we bring you a roundup of some of our very favorite Fansie performances from Youtube and beyond!

Kings of New York - NEWSIES at the Tonys!
by BWW Special Coverage - August 21, 2014


In honor of the beloved show's final week of performances, BWW is taking a look back at some of NEWSIES' big wins during the 2012 awards season!

STAGE TUBE: Corey Cott and the Cast of NEWSIES Accept Ice Bucket Challenge from PIPPIN!
by Stage Tube - August 20, 2014


The national tour company of PIPPIN challenged the Broadway cast of NEWSIES to complete the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, and the boys have taken them up on their dare. NEWSIES is now challenging Alan Cumming and the Broadway company of CABARET, the Broadway company of MATILDA, and James Iglehart and the cast of ALADDIN. Watch their submission below!

'The World Will Know!' The Original Cast of NEWSIES - Where Are They Now?
by BWW Special Coverage - August 23, 2014


In honor of the beloved show's final week of performances, BWW is taking a look at where the original NEWSIES principal cast members and creative team have landed after carrying the banner for a final time!

Last Edition: NEWSIES Stars Recall Favorite Memories- Ken Travis
by Nicole Rosky - August 21, 2014


NEWSIES plays its final performance on Broadway this coming Sunday, August 24, but BroadwayWorld (and the rest of New York, we hope) isn't ready to let the musical leave just yet! Throughout the week, we continue the Newsies love by bringing you favorite memories from a slew of the current and past stars of the show!

Last Edition: NEWSIES Stars Recall Favorite Memories- Luca Padovan
by Nicole Rosky - August 20, 2014


NEWSIES plays its final performance on Broadway this coming Sunday, August 24, but BroadwayWorld (and the rest of New York, we hope) isn't ready to let the musical leave just yet! Throughout the week, we continue the Newsies love by bringing you favorite memories from a slew of the current and past stars of the show!

Newsies The Musical FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Newsies The Musical have there been?
Newsies The Musical has had 4 productions including Regional (US) which opened in 2011, Broadway which opened in 2012, US Tour which opened in 2014 and St. Louis, MO (Regional) which opened in 2017.
What Tony Awards has Newsies The Musical been nominated for?
Newsies The Musical has been nominated for the following Tony Awards: Best Musical, Best Book of a Musical for Harvey Fierstein, Best Choreography for Christopher Gattelli, Best Direction of a Musical for Jeff Calhoun, Best Orchestrations for Danny Troob, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Alan Menken, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Jack Feldman, Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Tobin Ost, and Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Sven Ortel.
What Tony Awards has Newsies The Musical won?
Newsies The Musical has won the following Tony Awards: Best Book of a Musical for Harvey Fierstein, Best Choreography for Christopher Gattelli, Best Direction of a Musical for Jeff Calhoun, Best Orchestrations for Danny Troob, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Alan Menken, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre for Jack Feldman, Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Tobin Ost, and Best Scenic Design of a Musical for Sven Ortel.
What awards has Newsies The Musical been nominated for?
Newsies The Musical has been nominated for several awards, including Outstanding Choreography for Christopher Gattelli, Outstanding Lyrics for Jack Feldman, Outstanding Music for Alan Menken, Outstanding Musical, and Outstanding Orchestrations for Danny Troob at the Drama Desk Awards. Additionally, the production received the Distinguished Performance Award for Jeremy Jordan and was nominated for Distinguished Production of a Musical at the Drama League Awards. The show also garnered nominations for Outstanding Book of a Musical and Outstanding Choreographer for Christopher Gattelli at the Outer Critics Circle Awards, as well as Outstanding Director of a Musical for Jeff Calhoun, Outstanding New Broadway Musical, and Outstanding New Score at the Outer Critics Circle Awards.
What awards has Newsies The Musical won?
Newsies The Musical has won several awards including Outstanding Choreography (Drama Desk Awards) for Christopher Gattelli, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Jack Feldman, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Alan Menken, Outstanding Musical (Drama Desk Awards), Outstanding Orchestrations (Drama Desk Awards) for Danny Troob, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Jeremy Jordan, Distinguished Production of a Musical (Drama League Awards), Outstanding Book of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards), Outstanding Choreographer (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Christopher Gattelli, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Jeff Calhoun, Outstanding New Broadway Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards), and Outstanding New Score (Broadway or Off-Broadway) (Outer Critics Circle Awards).
What are the songs in Newsies The Musical and what's the order?
Overture
Santa Fe - Prologue
Carrying the Banner
The Bottom Line
That's Rich
I Never Planned On You / Don't Come a-Knocking
The World Will Know
Watch What Happens
Seize the Day
Santa Fe - Reprise
King of New York
Letter from the Refuge
Watch What Happens - Reprise
The Bottom Line - Reprise
Brooklyn's Here
Something to Believe In
Once and for All
Finale

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