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Seize the day with CastleCo Theatre's summer production of Disney's Newsies. This award-winning, Broadway musical is based on the actual newsboys strike of 1899, when child workers (child labor was legal at that time), rose up to strike against the Goliath New York World newspaper! With show-stopping dance numbers, and awe inspiring set designs, this real-life, underdog story will inspire audiences members of every age with the message that even the weak have power, and that we are stronger when we fight together.

 

Disney's Newsies runs approx. 2 hours and 20mins in length, with a 15 minute intermission, and is most enjoyed by audiences age 6 and up.

 

Performances will be held at Lakeville South High School (21135 Jacquard Ave. Lakeville, 55044)​

cast list

important:

If you auditioned for the show, please make sure you read the Cast List email, in addition to viewing the cast list below.

Lead and Supporting Roles

Actors cast in lead & supporting roles who have an * following their name are also assigned to either the Vocal Ensemble and/or additional Ensemble groups. All actors in lead/supporting roles are Full-Time Actors.

Jack Kelly

Katherine Plumber

Davey

Crutchie

Les

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Pulitzer

Seitz

Bunsen

Hannah

Nunzio

Snyder

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Wiesel

Morris Delancey

Oscar Delancey

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Medda Larkin

Stage Manager

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Bill

Darcy

Woman

Child

Mrs. Jacobi

Mayor

Gov. Roosevelt

Spot Conlon

Zachary Garcia

Summer Field

Liam Beck-O'Sullivan

Thomas Rise

Beckett Russell

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David Beck-O'Sullivan

Dustin Rupe*

Michael Higgins*

Tatiyana Rupe*

Troy Tepley*

Ryan Vaughn

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Mark Huberty

Chase Lallas

Vaughn Lee

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Grace Mason

Michael Higgins

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Alex Carlson*

Thomas Adshead*

Amy LaVallie-Rose*

​Zoe Rose

Kelly Beck-O'Sullivan*

Joel Small*

Kevin Sefton*

Zachary Blaeser

Nuns

Actors cast as Nuns will sing on-stage in the song; Carrying The Banner. All actors in this ensemble are considered Full-Time Actors. 

Kelly Beck-O'Sullivan

Hannah Burke

Christine Hubel

Gracey Huberty

Grace Porter

Deborah Russel

Erica Siebenaler

Bowery Beauties

Actors cast as Bowery Beauties will perform on-stage in the songs; That's Rich and Don't Come Knocking. All actors in this ensemble are considered Full-Time Actors.

​Sarah Conner

Kendra Gruman

Carys Sanders

Maya Steffen

Josie TeHennepe​

Ava Triviski​

Manhattan Newsies

All actors cast as Manhattan Newsies are Full-Time Actors who will rehearse between 4-6 days most weeks. Newsie names will designate what lines actors will say but may not always designate what solos actors will sing. Some actors will not have individual lins/solos.

Race

Specs

Albert

Elmer

Henry

Mush

Romeo

Finch

Ike

Buttons

Jo Jo

Tommy Boy

Mike

Splasher

Quincy Aaron

Nevaeh Pryor

Jake Ritz

Madison Rausch

Paige Huling

Will Wagner

TK Thongvanh

Reece Halda

Morgan Sorsveen

Farrah Field

Josie Carlson

Rudy Graden

Liam Hanson

Sofia Rise

Vocal Ensemble

Members of the Vocal Ensemble (VE), will sing in up to 15 songs off-stage in addition to performing in at least one song on-stage. On-stage songs will vary based on the actors role. All members of the VE are age 18+ and will be Full-Time actors. 

David Beck-O'Sullivan

Kelly Beck-O'Sullivan

Angela Borchardt

Holly Bozich

Sarah Burke

Alex Carlson

Therese Dehnert

Lily Ellenburg

Melissa Enke

Kathryn Gaglioti

Char Haskin

Michael Higgins

Sophie Hilo

Kelly Hoty

Mark Huberty

Grayce Huberty

Jennifer Jones

Danielle Korver

Raelle Lallas

Amy LaVallie

Grace Porter

Dustin Rupe

Tatiyana Rupe

Deborah Russell

Erica Siebenaler

Amy Strawn

Hayley Thelen

Lauren Zanto

 

Scabs

Actors cast as Scabs will perform on-stage in one scene, but will not sing for this role. All actors in this ensemble are considered Full-Time Actors.

Preston Conner

Vivianna Garner

Lizzie Gray

Adele Hamer

Jackie Haugen

Micah LaVallie

Carys Sanders

Lucy Stovall

Lauren Zanto

Featured Tap Dancers

Actors playing featured tap dancers will be dressed as customers at Jacobi's deli (Mrs. Jacobi will be dressed as her character); and will appear in the song King of New York. Actual tap steps will vary based on character - actors who are featured tappers may not dance throughout the entire song.

​Kelly Beck-O'Sullivan

Lizzie Gray

Lisa Ninnemann-Fett

Christina Rice

Katy Tepley

Refuge Kids

Actors cast as refuge kids will appear on-stage in one scene but will not sing in the scene. Actors in this group are considered Full-Time Actors.

Miriam Eichstaedt

Bejamin Gilbert

Tristan Iramina

Raelle Lallas

Florence Rosen

Caleb Schultz

Josephine TeHennepe

New York Newsies

Actors cast in this ensemble will appear in three scenes and sing in the songs: Brooklyn's Here, Seize The Day (Reprise 2), and Finale Ultimo (Part 1). Actors in this ensemble are considered Full-Time Actors.

Thomas Adshead

Daniel Alvarez

Amber Aslakson

Cameron Baldeshwiler

Violet Benedict

Claire Bjorkstrand

Emily Bleaser

Maggie Bleaser

Angela Borchardt

Holly Bozich

Sarah Burke

Alexander Carlson

Maddy Cohoe

Sarah Conner

Preston Conner

Harlow Cowen

Claire Dahlen

Theresse Dehnert

Hayden Dorris

Dominic Dube

Alexis Duong

Rinoa Ecker

Lily Ellenburg

Melissa Enke

Madison Enke

Gabby Erickson

Sarah Freese

Julia Freese

Oliver Frenzel

Paul Fuhrman

Isabella Funderburk

Scarlett Funderburk

Kathryn Gaglioti

Vivanna Garner

Caitlyn Garso

Benjamin Gilbert

Lizzie Gray

Jillian Green

Kendra Gruman

Adele Hamer

Char Haskin

Autumn Haskin

Jackie Haugen

Sadie Hawks

Rebecca Hawks

Carter Heath

Liahna Hesse

Sophie Hilo

Nika Hirsh

Emily Hoche

Kelly Hoyt

Linus Hubel

Lee Jensen

Jennifer Joens

​Cate Koehmstedt

Lucy Konnad

Danielle Korver

Tristan Korver

Raelle Lallaas

Amy LaVallie-Rose

Micah LaVallie

Frances Little

Nadeya Martin

Arden Mary

Miriam Miller

Julianne Mischnick

Katherine Mischnick

Sedona Monjeau

Emily Morrow

Aubrey Mueller

Lydia Nelson

Nora Welch

Sofia Olsen

Danika Pedersen

Penelope Phillips

Madison Pinard

Grace Porter

Ami Quick

Ursula Ring

Ella Roe

Kenzy Rofael

Malaya Rosa

Carys Sanders

Caleb Schultz

Berit Schulz

Abrey Showalter

Rosalind Small

Stella Snyder

Natalie Steffen

Maya Steffen

Lucy Stovall

Amy Strawn

Violet Strawn

Georgia Svestka

Josephine TeHennepe

Lola Tepley

Hayley Thelen

Echo TunderHawk-Folks

Ellis Tonies

Ava Triviski

Briana Vaughn

McKenna Vaughn

Emmy Volk

Corrie Walden

Hannah Walker

Micah Webb

Deirdre Wershow

Ella Wierzbicki

Allie Worrell

Lauren Zanto

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Police Officers

Actors cast as Police Officers will appear on-stage in one (or two) scenes and will participate in fight choreography. All actors in this ensemble are considered Full-Time Actors.

Michael Higgins

Dustin Rupe

Kevin Sefton

Joel Small

Troy Tepley

Full-Time Workhouse Kids

Actors cast in this ensemble will appear in three scenes and sing in the songs: Once and For All, Seize The Day (Reprise 2), and Finale Ultimo (Part 1). 

Eloise Cassens

Megan Christianson

Aubrey Crnecki

Miriam Eichstaedt

Michaela Enke

Leah Fong

Viola Higgins

Logan Hoyt

Chase Iramina

Tristan Iramina

Isaac Korver

Leo Kozlowski

Winnie Nygren

Adeline Patch

Florence Rosen

Sammy Tollefsen

Part-Time Workhouse Kids

Actors cast in this ensemble will appear in two scenes and sing in the songs: Seize The Day (Reprise 2), and Finale Ultimo (Part 1). 

Aaron Aslakson

Michael Carr

Stella Crosby

Delaney Day

Evelyn DeMarais

Angelina Elder

Eleanore Elledge

Spence Fallenstein

MacGregor Fischard

Aline Fischard

Brynlee Fountain

Alison Grabow

Arthur Higgins

Simon Hubel

Reese Iramina

Elouise Jones

Lucy Jorgensen

Ava Kinsey

Hayden Konnad

Ezra Kucinski

Harper Larson

Paige Leja

Adeline Lindstam

Adriah Linsmeyer

Zoey Mathews

Gabrielle McCabe

Elizabeth Nicklay

Luelle Nygren

Adeline Parker

Brecken Powers

Clara Rendell

Josie Rendell

Reagan Ring

Roscoe Ring

Aubrey Saewert

Anders Schulz

Wyatt Siebenaler

Chloe Skalisky

Katelynn Sober

Kieran Sorensen

Maya Speilmans

Aaralyn Vastine

Nolan Vastine

Balir Vias

Carolyn Wagner

production roles

Jack Kelly (male approx. age 14-22) - An orphaned dreamer and artist who finds himself leader of the Manhattan newsies strike. Jack longs to escape the busy city for a quiet life out west. He is fiercely protective of his best friend Crutchie. Jack sees injustice in the city and wishes to fix it but isn't always sure he has the power to do so. Initially attracted to Katherine due to her witty personality, intelligence, and beauty, Jack later realizes his attraction may run deeper, but does not believe he'd actually have a shot at her returning his feelings. Important: CCT strives to cast actors age 18 and under in leading roles whenever possible. While actors over the age of 18 will be considered, it is likely that this role will be filled by an actor age 18 or under.

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Crutchie (portrays male, approx. age 12-18) - A dedicated newsie with a bum leg who uses a crutch to assist in his mobility. Crutchie has a goofy, sweet sense of humor and an optimistic resilience to the position life has given him. While Crutchie does not need to attend the dance audition, he will be included in the dance numbers. 

 

Davey (portrays male, approx. age 14-22) - A straight-laced, intelligent newsie who starts selling papers after his father was injured on the job. Davey is the older brother of Les. Davey is a soft-spoken leader who teams up with Jack to fight the powers of New York news giants. Tap dance experience preferred but not required.

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Les (portrays male, age 8-12) - Davey's cheeky younger brother who is inspired by the freedom of the newsies to go where they want, when they want. Les stands up for himself, but is also a sweet kid who is soon treated like a younger brother by all of the Manhattan newsies. Ideally, Les should look considerably younger than the rest of the Manhattan Newsies. Dance experience preferred but not required.

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Manhattan Newsies (any gender, approx. age 14-24, other ages may also be considered) - A group of hard-working kids who hawk (sell) newspapers for the World; a large news organization run by Joseph Pulitzer. Varying in personality, but ready to stand up for what's right, actors cast as Manhattan newsies should be exceptionally strong actors (who bring their own character to the stage), great singers, and (ideally) advanced dancers and/or tumblers. *In order to better show the dancing elements in the show, CCT intends to have all actors playing newsies dress in male clothing from the time period (pants, shirts and hats) and use mannerisms that are more commonly considered male vs. female. Important: While most actors cast as Manhattan newsies will likely be age 14-22, slightly older and younger actors may also be considered. Most actors cast as Manhattan newsies will likely be strong dancers, however 2-4 non-featured dancers who are exceptional singers and actors may also be cast. Actors cast as Manhattan newsies should plan to rehearse 4-7 days each week. Tap Dance experience preferred but not required.

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Katherine Plumber (portrays female, approx. age 14-22) - An ambitious, young, female reporter living in a world where a woman who wants to work is not taken seriously. Katherine is quick, funny, resourceful, and hungry for change. After choosing to report on the newsboys strike, she quickly finds her self attracted to Jack (the strike's leader), for his bravery, optimism, care, and willingness to fight for what's right. Tap dance experience preferred but not required. This character is based on the real life journalist, Nellie Bly. Important: CCT strives to cast actors age 18 and under in leading roles whenever possible. While actors over the age of 18 will be considered, it is likely that this role will be filled by an actor age 18 or under.

 

Joseph Pulitzer (portrays male, approx. age 45+) - A pompous businessman who owns the World newspaper and will do whatever necessary to keep circulation (sales) up, and money in his pockets. The secret father of Katherine, Pulitzer does not believe women should work and does not sympathize with the newsies.

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Seitz (portrays male, approx. age 30+) - An Editor for the World who advises Pulitzer but ultimately admires the tthe newspaper that the kids put out.

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Bunsen (portrays male, approx. age 30+) - Pulitzer's book-keeper who is invested in helping Pulitzer stay on top and has a quick mind for solving business dilemmas.

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Hannah (portrays female, approx. age 24+) - Pulitzer's practical and insightful secretary who deserves more credit than she gets.

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Nunzio (portrays male, approx. age 30+) - Pulitzer's barber. Comedic role.

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Wiesel (portrays male, approx. age 40+) - Known as "weasel" to the newsies, Wiesel runs the distribution window for the World where the newsies buy their papers. Assisted in his job by the Delancey brothers, Wiesel and his crew are instructed to keep order (even when things get bloody) in addition to simply selling papers.

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Oscar & Morris Delancy (portrays male, approx. ages 14-24) - A pair of tough brothers who work at the distribution window under Wiesel. Oscar and Morris expect to be treated as if they hold a higher position in the world than the newsies - however the newsies feel differently.

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Medda Larkin (portrays female, approx. age 35+) - A big voiced saloon singer and the star of the Bowery Beauties (who also owns the building they perform in). Medda hires Jack to paint banners for her shows and the newsies come to recognize the theatre as a safe space. Medda should be an astute performer with a great comic delivery and must be a strong singer. 

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Bowery Beauties (portrays female, approx. age 16-24) - Female performers at Medda's theater.

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Mr. Jacobi (portrays male, approx. age. 40+) - Owner of the local deli where the newsies congregate to plan their strike.

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Spot Conlon (portrays male, approx. age 16-24) - Proud leader of the Brooklyn newsies who boasts an intimidating reputation.

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Gov. Teddy Rosevelt (portrays male, age 50+) - A well respected lifelong public servant, who inspires Jack to stand up to Pulitzer, helps put an end to the strike, and looks into shady practices by homes that are supposed to protect orphaned youth.

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Nuns (portrays female, approx. age 18+) - A group of Nuns who help provide breakfast to the newsies.

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Policeman and Goons (any gender, approx. age 18+) - A group of police officers and goons (hired hands) who beat down the newsies and take Crutchie to the refuge (a dark, dirty home for orphaned youth).

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Scabs (any gender, approx. age 14-22) - A small group of "fresh" newsies brought in to sell papers after the Manhattan newsies strike, most of whom join the newsies in their cause.

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New York Newsies (any gender, approx. age 10-24, older actors may also be cast) - A large group of newsies from across New York who attend a rally and later decide to join the Manhattan newsies in their strike. Actors cast as New York Newsies will appear on stage briefly but will spend much of their time acting amongst the audience. Actors in this ensemble group will perform in three scenes/songs. Some actors may also be cast in smaller speaking roles or other ensemble roles. This ensemble group will have full-time and part-time roles available.

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Workhouse Kids (any gender, approx. age 8-12) - A group of child workers who help keep New York running, working without fair pay, safety, or rights. The Workhouse kids eventually choose to join the newsie strike. Actors in this group will participate in 1-3 songs. Some actors in this ensemble group will also be invited to participate in other scenes. Important: This is a small group of approx. 20 actors, meaning this show has very limited roles for actors age 8-10.

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Woman and Child (this role has already been cast) - A woman (and her child) who purchase a newspaper from Les. This role has already been cast with the actors who performed the part in CCT's 2019 production of Newsies as a tribute to the original performance. Several other roles with short featured parts are still available and are not listed above, including; Darcy, Bill, Stage Manager, and Guard.

important:

Please read all information below before registering for an audition time. If you have specific questions, please email us at info@castleco.org.

In-person auditions for CCT's production of Willy Wonka are now full. If you wish to submit a video audition, please follow the instructions below. Video auditions MUST be received by CCT no later than Sun. Jan. 8 at 11:59pm (no exceptions, including technology errors). Incomplete submissions will not be accepted.

audition FAQs

  • Who can audition for the show?
    Usually, CCT auditions are open to anyone age 5 through Adult. During CCT's 2023-2024 season, some changes do apply, due to licensing restrictions for certain shows (see below). Fall Show - King Arthur and Princess Arthena (ages 5 - Adult may audition) Spring Show - Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins (ages 5 - Adult may audition) Summer Show - Disney's Frozen JR (ages 5 - 18 may audition) While some production roles may require different ages, heights, and vocal ranges, CCT does not discriminate in casting based on race, gender, sexual orientation, ability to pay participation fee, accessibility needs, etc.
  • Is there a fee to participate?
    There are a lot of costs that go into making a great theater production, script licensing, space rental, costumes, sets, technical elements, printing, marketing, and instructor stipends (to name a few). Because of this, CCT charges a participation fee for all actors age 17 and under. (Adult actors are encouraged to volunteer in other ways by assisting with marketing, set move-in, prop construction, etc.) Fees vary by show because the cost to produce the show, and the number of tickets each show is expected to sell, also varies. Fees for most shows are $200 per actor (age 17 and under). Families with multiple actors in the production will pay $200 per actor (for the first two actors in their family) and will pay $75 per actor (for each additional actor). ALL actors must also provide their own shoes and possibly socks to wear for the production. The style of shoe and sock will be based on the character that each actor plays. Financial assistance is available for those who need it (for both participation fees and shoes/socks) and can be registered for after the production has been cast. (CCT does NOT turn actors away due to inability to pay the fee.)
  • What is the time commitment / when are rehearsals?
    The information below pertains to all CCT productions. The time commitment to participate in a show depends on the role that each actor is cast in. Some actors may rehearse between one and six hours each week while others may rehearse 20 hours per week. At auditions, actors will be able to select if they'd like a role that requires less rehearsal and performance time. These roles are called part-time roles. Part-time roles rehearse an average of 1 or 2 hours each week and perform in half the performances. Rehearsals are held Monday-Friday evenings from 6pm - 9:00pm and occasionally Saturday mornings/afternoons. Actors will be asked to fill out a conflict form at auditions. CCT does its best to work around actors' conflicts when possible and will prioritize having younger actors rehearse earlier in the evenings. Playing a sport once or twice each week may be something that can be scheduled around. CCT can occasionally schedule around vacation conflicts, however, priority will be given to those who can attend the majority of rehearsals. It is extremely important that you fill out your conflict form honestly!
  • How do I prepare for auditions?
    Actors MUST register in order to audition for all CCT productions. The registration link can be found towards the middle of this page. Registration is free and secures your audition spot. On the day of your audition, please bring a list of conflicts that can be used to fill out the conflict calendar (if not filled out in advance). You may also wish to bring a pen/pencil and a notebook (or other hard surface) for filling out your audition form. (If possible, we will send an email a week prior to auditions which will allow you to fill out forms in advance and print them yourself to bring with you.) Your audition for a non-musical will consist of an acting audition ONLY. Your audition for a musical will consist of two parts, an acting audition and a singing audition. During the acting audition, actors will be asked to portray different animals, characters or emotions while counting from one to ten. Example: Please count from 1 to 10. At one, pretend you are sad, at 10, pretend you are happy. For the singing audition (used for Musicals ONLY), actors will be asked to sing a short section of a song (around 20-30 seconds is enough). Actors may choose any song they like, but it should be something that you feel confident singing! Your song does NOT have to be from the show you are auditioning for.
  • What are the Covid-19 guidelines for participating in the production?
    There are no Covid-19 guidelines for CCT productions at this time. CCT usually follows school and state guidelines for Covid-19 prevention. Stricter guidelines may be in place for rehearsals during high transmission times. CCT does not require actors to wear masks for performances unless actors have had a recent Covid-19 infection and are still contagious.

CastleCo Theatre (or CCT) is proud to have been serving the Dakota County community for 30+ years. As a community children's theater, CCT works to provide quality theater experiences for kids and adults. CCT acts as a community theater for residents of Farmington, MN, Lakeville, Rosemount, Eagan, Apple Valley, Burnsville, Shakopee and the surrounding cities. CastleCo Theatre is a community arts organization that performs in partnership with the Lakeville Area Arts Center and Lakeville Area Community Education. CCT is the longest running youth theater organization to serve Farmington and Lakeville, MN. Although CCT considers itself a community theater opportunity for kids, we are also proud to provide community theater for high school students and adults.

 

CastleCo Theatre was formerly known as Children's Castle Theater from its founding in 1993 through the summer of 2020.

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