In advance of the show’s upcoming tour, Newsies is holding auditions for males 16-22 years old in an open call audition. The show is looking for strong technically trained dancers who can tap and sing well. The website also says that Equity and Non-Equity will be seen on a first come, first serve basis and to come ready to dance with sneakers, tap shoes and kneepads. They also ask that you bring a photo and resume.
Here is a schedule of the open auditions:
BUFFALO
Friday, March 7
Promptly at 4PM
With New York City Dance Alliance*
Adam’s Mark Buffalo
120 Church Street
Buffalo, NY 14202
PHILADELPHIA
Friday, March 14
Promptly at 4:00
With New York City Dance Alliance*
Pennsylvania Convention Center
1101 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
MEADOWLANDS, NJ
Friday, March 28
Promptly at 4:00pm
With New York City Dance Alliance*
Hilton Meadowlands
2 Meadowlands Plaza
East Rutherford, NJ 07073
*Participation in the NYCDA event is NOT required to audition for NEWSIES.