Maple's Spring Musical 2023
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Newsies, Jr. Slideshow
Newsies, Jr. Slideshow
Watch this slideshow to remember our time together from our reveal day through tech week for Newsies, Jr. at Maple School!
Welcome, Musical Family!
Please bookmark this site and visit it often as it will house all information for cast and crew members regarding our production of Newsies, Jr. at Maple School.
If you have any questions, please email me at jholmer@district30.org.
Now, let's work together to put Maple's musical on the front page!
Seize the day,
Mrs. Holmer
P.S. Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into our rehearsal process, crew meetings, and musical events by clicking on our Google Photo Album!
Headline NEws!
Headline NEws!
New Newsies in Town!
Breaking News Story out of Northbrook, Il.
The cast of Newsies, Jr. at Maple school has just been announced! The directors have been heard talking about how proud they are of each and every actor for becoming an essential member of this truly stunning cast!
Mrs. Allen noted that every actor with a + will have at least two costumes. She will be busy with costume changes! And Mrs. Holmer couldn't believe that the officers, Snyder, Wiesel, Oscar, Morris and newsies ensemble will work with a professional stage combat trainer! Mr. K commented on how the Bowery Brigade will be seen dancing in a featured number and the customers will have high society garb for a stroll through Newsie Square.
With everyone working together as one team that gives everyone their time to shine, this will be one dynamite production!
Word on the street is that the first cast rehearsal (or family meeting, as Mrs. Holmer likes to call it) will happen on Monday after school from 3:45-4:45 in the cafetorium.
Congratulations, Newsies!
Breaking Story!
Breaking Story!
Creative and Running Crews Assembled!
Maple's production of Newsies, Jr. will have the most creative and dedicated crew in theatrical history. Sources say that the Newsies Creative Crew will work with Mrs. Blackburn to make set pieces, props, and promotional materials for the show.
Closer to opening night, the running crew will master setting the stage and moving all sets and props on and off stage in record time!
Mrs. Blackburn noted that this will be a cohesive, collaborative team and that the Newsies are lucky to have their expertise and support!
Mrs. Holmer would like to invite our crew members to the first family meeting after school on Monday, November 21, from 3:45-4:45 in the cafetorium!
Congratulations, Crew!
This just in!
This just in!
The Newsies VIDEO CREW is now assembled! Please find and click on the resources below:
Note: Calendar is also posted below
Maple Musical Program Dictionary
Cast
Cast members are the actors on stage. All cast members will act, sing, and dance as a group. Students who would like them may also get individual speaking and/or singing roles. We accept everyone who auditions!
Point Person: Mrs. Holmer
Creative Crew
This group of students does not perform on stage. Instead, they meet after school to create sets and props for the musical.
We will accept all who apply. If we hit 25 members, we will split the team into two groups who will alternate meeting days.
Point Person: Mrs. Blackburn
Running Crew
Running crew works backstage during tech rehearsals and performances. They bring sets and props on and off stage during the show and may help with costumes in the green room, opening and closing the curtain, and preparing the cafetorium for an audience.
Attendance at all dates is required for this team.
Point Person: Mrs. Blackburn
Tech & Video Crew
These two groups will form in February. They will help with microphones and will use a three-camera system to record the performance.
Note: We will have students sign up for these crews in February.
Point Person: Ms. King-Mulvihill
Musical Program Calendars
Cast Rehearsal & Performance Calendar
Cast Rehearsal & Performance Calendar
We will try to avoid making changes to this schedule, but it is inevitable. Please check the calendar weekly. Thanks!
Note: Click through the slides to view the other months included in the calendar.
Crew Rehearsal & Performance Calendar
Crew Rehearsal & Performance Calendar
We will try to avoid making changes to this schedule, but it is inevitable. Please check the calendar weekly. Thanks!
Note: Click through the slides to view the other months included in the calendar.
Musical Quick Links
Click Icons to access resources
Rehearsal Tracks
Rehearsal Tracks
Here, find vocal guide and accompaniment tracks for all Newsies tunes. Use these tracks to practice at home. If you miss a rehearsal, use these tracks to learn any missed material.
Choreography Videos
Choreography Videos
Access this page and find choreography videos. Use them to review the dances you learn at rehearsal.
Costumes & makeup
Costumes & makeup
Here is a costume and makeup guide that will let all actors know exactly what the school will provide and what they need to bring from home to transform into their character!
Visit the online store to order your very own Newsies merch! Orders are due by January 29 and all items will be delivered to school the week of February 12.
Ticket Sales
Ticket Sales
Click to access information about ticket sales.
Tickets go on sale on Monday, February 27th at 8:00PM.
Visit this page to access our tech week handbook which includes detailed information and schedules for our tech and performance weeks.
A Walk Down Memory Lane...
Check out some photos from last year's production of The Addams Family, Young @ Part!
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