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I'm working on a middle school production of Newsies Jr. in the spring. We're in the beginning stages of planning and was hoping to find folx in and around New England that might have costumes, props, or set pieces for Newsies. Thank you! Also, open to any tips, tricks, what worked, and what was a challenge in this show. 

Rehearsals have kicked off and we're full speed ahead. Commenting to bump this up and get some fresh eyes on it. If you've got newsboy caps, vests, tips on making a crutch, creative suggestions for choreography, any wise words to share about putting on this production - do share :) 

Hi Carla,

Don't know if you're aware of the production handbook that Disney published for the full-length version of this title. (This would be different than the Director's Guide you received with your ShowKit.) There are tons of suggestions for how to approach staging, choreography, and all aspects of production design that would work for Newsies JR. too. It's a free resource offered via MTI's website: https://issuu.com/mtivault/docs/newsies_production_handbook. 

It may not be the concrete resources you're searching for (although they also do sell official newsies caps), but it's a really wonderful start. For more concrete rental and purchase suggestions, check out their community marketplace: https://www.mtishows.com/marketplace?field_marketplace_shows_title=Newsies

Cheers,

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Matt Curtis
Content & Marketing Director
Educational Theatre Association
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