Extra, Extra! Students seize the stage for Grand Theatre High School Project: Disney’s Newsies Step into turn-of-the-century New York City, a time of skyscrapers and money makers, with Disney’s Newsies and the Grand Theatre High School Project. Famed for its imaginative and iconic dance sequences, this vibrant musical spectacular is based on the 1992 Disney motion picture, inspired by a true story, and features a Tony Award-winning score that includes songs such as Carrying the Banner , Seize the Day , and King of New York . This September, more than fifty of London and area’s brightest young artists will seize the Grand Theatre’s Spriet Stage, under the direction of one of Canada’s most exciting and in-demand theatre artists, Ray Hogg. Hogg and students are joined by a team of professional artists recruited from across the province – from Stratford, to Toronto, to Niagara, to London’s own top talent Matthew Atkins as Music Director, Lisa Wright as Costume Designer, and Joshua Quinlan as Set Designer.
Newsies isn’t just a musical – it’s a glimpse into the grit, courage, and determination of young people fighting for fairness in a world stacked against them. “It’s about young people fully stepping into their leadership in an era of incredible social cohesion in North American history. It’s about speaking truth to power, seeking justice, and demanding equality. It’s about embracing fear and vulnerability for the sake of imagination and vision.” – Ray Hogg, Director of Disney’s Newsies at the Grand Theatre. Disney’s Newsies plays on the Grand Theatre’s Spriet Stage from September 17 to 27, 2025. Single tickets range from $26 to $55 and are available by phone at 519-672-8800, in- person at the Box Office (471 Richmond Street), and online at grandtheatre.com/event/newsies. Don’t forget, Grand Theatre 2025/26 Season Subscribers save 15% when they add Disney’s Newsies to their season. Visit grandtheatre.com for tickets and more information. Let’s meet some of the Old South area students who are bringing the show to life:
Keirah Buckley KATHERINE PLUMBER Keirah is thrilled to be a part of her first ever Grand Theatre High School Project production! She holds a great passion for performing arts and is in awe of the entire Disney’s Newsies company.
Eris Marles WARDROBE
Virginia McCallum WARDROBE “Being in the Grand Theatre High School Project production of Disney’s Newsies is a unique, thrilling, and educational experience that helps grow my artistic abilities and foster lifelong relationships.”
Navya Vaillancourt SNYDER/ADULT ENSEMBLE “The Grand Theatre High School Project lets me share and connect with others; we love singing, acting, and - in the upcoming production of Disney’s Newsies - tap dancing!”
“The Grand Theatre High School Project gives the opportunity to explore a creative work environment and gain insight into what a career in the creative field is like before pursuing an education in the arts.”
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