Disney’s Newsies
Author(s):
Music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman and book by Harvey Fierstein
Company:
Runaway Entertainment
Running time:
2h 30min approx
Age recommendation:
5+ years
Based on a true story, Newsies is set in New York City at the turn of the 19th century. It’s the rousing tale of a ragged band of teenage newspaper sellers, who dream of a better life far from the hardship of the streets.
After newspaper magnate Joseph Pulitzer hikes up the prices for his papers charged to the newsies, Jack Kelly rallies his fellow newsboys in an attempt to protest the change, falling in love with young reporter Katherine along the way.
These young newsies from across the city come together and rise up against the exploitation of wealthy publishing tycoons and fight for justice using the only power they have: solidarity.
