Stop The Presses! Disney’s Newsies Leaps to the Stage for Mainstage at Upper Darby Summer Stage
July 23, 2024 - Drexel Hill, PA. Upper Darby Summer Stage proudly presents the crown jewel of its 49th season, its mainstage production of Disney’s Newsies the Musical. Performances are August 2, 3, 9, and 10 at 7:30 pm. and August 3 and 10 at 1:30 pm. Shows take place at the Upper Darby High School Performing Arts Center located at 601 N. Lansdowne Avenue, Drexel Hill. Parking is free.
Tickets are $16-22 and may be purchased online at udsummerstage.org or by calling the box office at 610.814.7270. The show runs approximately two hours with intermission and is recommended for ages eight and up.
Set in turn-of-the-century New York City and inspired by the real-life newsboys strike of 1899, Newsies is a David vs Goliath story for the ages. The newsboys of New York City rise against publishing titans to strike against unfair working conditions and fight for a better tomorrow. Known for its Tony Award-winning choreography and featuring iconic songs such as “Carrying The Banner,” “Santa Fe” and “King of New York,” Newsies is a timeless tale that will dance its way into your heart and remind everyone that a better tomorrow is always worth fighting for.
Show director Amanda Pasquini said, “Newsies is a dynamic and timely production, showcasing intricate choreography, unforgettable songs, and compelling storylines that are sure to ignite our audience's passion to stand up and seize the day.”
Upper Darby Summer Stage is known for its hour-long children’s musicals, however, every summer they also produce a professional-level Mainstage production that is appropriate for the most sophisticated theatre-goer. Mainstage at Summer Stage is a full-length, broadway-style production with a live orchestra, performed by adults from the ages of 18-30.
These Mainstage productions showcase the very best of Summer Stage, with many of the performers pursuing professional theatrical careers. Throughout the years, audiences have recognized the sets, costuming, lighting and professional live orchestra offer an outstanding theatrical experience. The staff of Summer Stage welcomes everyone from 8 years old and up to enjoy the 2024 Mainstage production, Newsies.
Upper Darby Summer Stage is the nation’s leader in children’s theatre, empowering young people to celebrate the magic within themselves and others, and to share the magic with the entire community. Each summer Summer Stage entertains over 30,000 audience members and in 2024 will engage over 800 students. Featuring programs for young people and adults ages 10 through 35, Summer Stage is not only an ideal place for young audience members to experience the magic of theatre for the first time, but also participate in an environment where taking risks, embracing the unknown, and celebrating community are pillars of the organization’s existence. Visit udsummerstage.org for more info.
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