Newsies Jr.
*San Francisco Location
(NEW DATES & TIME!)
Ages 7.5 – 14
Join us to “seize the day” and make some musical theatre magic while making new friends and learning how to shine on stage! Through an engaging rehearsal process we will have some serious fun putting on a fully staged production of Newsies Jr., based on the hit Tony Award winning Broadway musical. Every actor who enrolls will be cast in the show! We will work as a team to tell our story through song, dance and acting. We will also incorporate elements of stage craft with creating a prop and part of our set! At PLAY Theatre Company, we think theatre should be fun and theatre is for everyone. No matter what your ability or experience, we invite you to join us and experience “PLAY”.
All participants will receive a PLAY Performers t-shirt!
Grown ups, we want to make access to class as easy as possible and understand parking in SF can be hard. We are pleased to offer drive through drop off for you 10 minutes before class starts. Detailed instructions will be sent with your welcome email.
Class location, dates and times:
The Creativity Theater
Children’s Creativity Museum, 221 4th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
4:30-6:00 pm, Tuesdays & Thursdays
September 24-November 23
Dress Rehearsal (we get to wear our costumes!) on November 19 and 21 and performances on November 22 at 7pm and November 23 at 11am and 2:30pm (pizza cast party in between shows!)
Cost: $595
Deposit of $175 and payment plan available!
Registration closes on Sept. 20 at 5pm.
Register today to secure your spot!
Scholarships
We love to say “yes” and make our programs accessible to anyone who wants to participate. P.L.A.Y. is for everyone! If you need assistance, please fill out the scholarship request form by clicking on the scholarship button. We don’t require any financial information or ask for a “why”. If you fill out the form, we are here to help.
For questions, please email info@playtheatreco.org
FAQ
What if I have never taken a musical theater class before?
We applaud you for being brave and trying something new! The whole point of our classes is to have FUN and no experience is necessary. If you love to sing and dance in your bedroom, tell the best stories to your friends, or are constantly using your imagination to pretend to be new characters… this class is for you! We will meet you where you are at and promise you will learn something new while making great friends.
I’m scared to audition. Are there auditions?
Yes, there are auditions, but everyone who signs up for the class will get a part. Also, our auditions feel more like a game than an “audition” (you will find out why!), and it’s super fun. We will never ask you to do anything you aren’t comfortable with and there is a place for everyone in our show. You don’t have to memorize anything or prepare for auditions, which happen on the first day of class. The only thing you need is a willingness to be brave and try something new!
What should I bring to class?
A refillable water bottle, a pencil, a highlighter, wear close toed shoes, comfortable clothes you can move in and curiosity. Oh, and a healthy nut-free snack is always a good idea too!
How do I buy tickets to the performances?
Tickets for our PLAY Performers shows will go on sale one month before the first performance and they will be available online. Don’t worry, we will let you know when they go on sale and share the link. Each performer gets one complimentary ticket to the first show. If you have more than one student enrolled, EACH student gets one comp ticket.
What if I need to cancel my registration?
We are sorry to see you go, but understand that life happens. If you cancel prior to 2 weeks before your class or camp starts we are happy to process a refund for you minus a $35 administrative fee. Cancellations after two weeks prior to your class date will not be able to be processed unless there is a waitlist and your spot is able to be filled.
*All Teaching Artists with PLAY Theatre Company are fingerprinted and background checked.