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Newsies by Standing Ovation Theatre
in Houston, Texas

Performances

Standing Ovation Theatre

  • 2026 Jul 30 Thursday 7:30 PM
  • 2026 Jul 18 Saturday 7:30 PM
  • 2026 Jul 19 Sunday 2:30 PM
  • 2026 Jul 24 Friday 7:30 PM
  • 2026 Jul 25 Saturday 7:30 PM
  • 2026 Jul 26 Sunday 2:30 PM
  • 2026 Jul 30 Thursday 7:30 PM
  • 2026 Jul 31 Friday 7:30 PM
  • 2026 Aug 1 Saturday 7:30 PM
  • 2026 Aug 2 Sunday 2:30 PM

What To Know About This Production

This summer, Standing Ovation Theatre is bringing Newsies to the stage as a bold, high-energy theatrical event driven by storytelling, movement, and ensemble spirit.

Directed by Matthew C. Logan, this production will focus on what makes Newsies unforgettable: rebellion, brotherhood, heart, and the power of young people standing together. Actors can expect a collaborative, actor-focused rehearsal process that emphasizes strong character work, dynamic staging, and emotionally grounded performances — not just choreography and vocals.

Inspired by immersive and physical theatre styles, the production will feature:

cinematic stage pictures,
fast-moving ensemble transitions,
rolling industrial-inspired scenery,
actor-driven storytelling,
and a constantly alive world of New York City.

Every cast member will help create the energy and heartbeat of the show. Whether in a featured role or ensemble, performers will be challenged to bring specificity, passion, humor, and authenticity to the stage.

This production aims to balance the spectacle audiences love from Newsies with the emotional truth at its center — creating a show that is thrilling, heartfelt, and unforgettable for both performers and audiences alike.

  • Choreographer Hannah Mettler
  • Music Director Max Ramirez
  • Assistant Director
  • Producer
  • Stage Manager Phyllis Rodriguez
  • Costumer

Cast List For Newsies

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Available Roles

  • Jack Kelley Leader of the Newsies
  • Davey New bookish newsie
  • Katherine Plumber This young reporter wants to make a name for herself as a legitimate journalist in a time when women arent taken seriously She is inspired by the potential of the brand new century (F)
  • Crutchie Newsie with a bum leg
  • Les Daveys fearless younger brother
  • Joseph Pulitzer A businessman through and through he owns The World and is concerned only with the bottom line (M)
  • Medda Professional Theatre performer and owner Mother figure to Jack Kelly
  • Race Newsie
  • Specs Newsie who wears glasses
  • Albert Newsie
  • Henry Newsie
  • Finch Newsie
  • Romeo Newsie
  • Elmer Newsie
  • Mush Newsie
  • Buttons Newsie
  • Tommy Boy Newsie
  • Jo Jo Newsie
  • Splasher Newsie
  • Scabs Joins the Newsies
  • Spot Conlon Leader of Brooklyn Newsies
  • Nuns A group of nuns that hand out breakfast to the Newsies in act 1 (Feature song)
  • Bowery Beauties Vaudeville dancer singers in Meddas theater
  • Darcey An upper-class kid and photographer who works alongside the reporter Katherine Plumber
  • Bill Son of William Randolph Hearst
  • Wiesel Weasel runs the distribution window for The World and knows most of the newsboys by name He has the help of the intimidating Delancey brothers, who keep order by any means necessary
  • Morris Delancy This thug works at the distribution window for The World Takes the side of the publishers in the strike and is known to use his fists to make a point
  • Oscar Delancey This thug works at the distribution window for The World Takes the side of the publishers in the strike and is known to use his fists to make a point
  • Guard Doorman at Pulitzers (Cast from Ensemble)
  • Tapping Newsies Tappers
  • Mayor
  • Stage Manager Works in Meddas
  • Passerby Newspaper customer and audience in Meddas Theatre
  • Nunzio Barber
  • Seitz Business manager for Pulitzer
  • Hannah Office Manager for Pulitzer
  • Jazz Ensemble Jazz Dancing Ensemble for Newsies
  • Snyder The Spider

Cast

  • Camden Loyless Jack Kelley
  • Moises Zuniga Crutchie
  • Anthony Dunne Davey
  • Lucy Strait Les
  • Zachary Benz Specs, Tapping Newsies, and Jazz Ensemble
  • Mario Trevino Albert and Bill
  • Christian Hockless Romeo and Morris Delancy
  • Kole Lewis Elmer
  • Taylor Orsak Ike, Jazz Ensemble
  • Lilliana McDonald Mike
  • Jasper Mumme Jo Jo
  • Kaylie Hanson Bowery Beauties, Splasher and Jazz Ensemble
  • Rachel Wang Scabs, Tapping Newsies, and Jazz Ensemble
  • Emilio Cevallos Spot Conlon, Wiesel, Stage Manager, and Seitz
  • Sonya Kane Nuns and Passerby
  • Rachel Nathan Katherine Plumber
  • Chloe Robles Medda
  • David Palmer Joseph Pulitzer
  • Ashlyn Hicks Scabs and Jazz Ensemble
  • Noah Paul Bunsen, Darcey and Snyder
  • Carringtyn Jones Buttons
  • Avery Turco Scabs, Tapping Newsies and Jazz Ensemble
  • Kathryn Bundy Jazz Ensemble
  • Daniel Hasley Oscar Delancey and Henry
  • Kathleen Hebert Finch
  • Hannah Hare Tapping Newsies, Tommy Boy, and Jazz Ensemble
  • Ava French Stagehand and Jazz Ensemble
  • Kaleigh Magnant Jazz Ensemble and Mush
  • Tatiana Solorzano Race, Bowery Beauties, Hannah, and Jazz Ensemble
  • Sarai Angulo Tapping Newsies and Jazz Ensemble

Crew

  • Matthew Logan Director
  • Hannah Mettler Choreographer
  • Max Ramirez Music Director
  • Danielle Webster Assistant Music Director
  • Phyllis Rodriguez Stage Manager
  • Kaira Jackson Lighting Designer
  • Mary Sylvester Props, Set Painting, Set Dressing
  • Mireya Rodriguez Assistant Stange Manager

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