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Newsies JR
Presented by Poison Apple Productions
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- Location: Lesher Center for the Arts
1601 Civic Drive
Walnut Creek, California 94596 - Introduction: Inspired by the rousing true story!
Inspired by the rousing true story of newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York City! When powerful newspaper publishers raise prices at the newsboys' expense, the charismatic Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. Together, the newsies learn that they are stronger united and create a movement to fight for what's right. Features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein.
Running Time: approx. 2 hours, with one intermission
Cast
This event features Youth Performers.