Middle School Spring Musical: Newsies Jr.

Extra! Extra! Read all about it! The talented students of GSB Middle School took to the stage at the Matthews Theater, ready to deliver the headline-making musical, Newsies Jr.! Audiences joined the newsies as they stood up for their rights in a high-energy show packed with unforgettable songs and thrilling dance.

This inspiring show was directed by Performing Arts Chair Todd Ross, who shared, "Witnessing the talent, dedication, and collaborative spirit of the entire Newsies Jr. cast and crew has been truly inspiring. I couldn't be prouder of the amazing production we were able to bring to life." 

Cast Members

• Jack: Chase Cotnoir
• Katherine: Mallory Howell
• Crutchie: Rebecca Bruschetta
• Medda, Scab 1: Molly Chidgey
• Davey: Sarban Chadha
• Les: Griffin Dowd
• Race, Pat: Schuyler Mendez
• Morris, Newsie: Allanna Navarrete
• Oscar, Bill: Alessia Morgan
• Wiesel, Newsie: Sydney Silberberg
• Pulitzer, Scab 2: Syd Armstrong
• Spot Conlin, Police Chief: Kiki Tan
• Snyder, Romeo: Bella Kantar
• Darcy, Dorothy: Nithila Senthil
• Muriel: Katie Judd
• Hannah, Scab 3: Cara Jensen
• Specs, Woman: Grace Liu
• Pigtails, Bowery Brigade Ada: Riley Nelson
• Jo Jo, Bowery Brigade Ethel: Violet Welsh
• Buttons, Bowery Brigade Olive: Judith Brooks
• Bunsen, Albert, Police Officer: Connor Pohlmeyer
• Tommy Boy, Seitz: Orly Gerbeth
• Governor Roosevelt:.Nate Costa '26

Join us in congratulating our students on a wonderful performance, as well as a special thanks to Todd Ross (Director, Set Designer, and Lighting Designer), Beth Arentsen (Music Director), Macada Brandl (Choreographer), TheCostumer.com (Costume Rentals), Elia Titmas '26 (Stage Manager), Kerissa Woods '29 (Stage Crew), Jacob Ross '26 (Stage Crew), Julianne Witte '26 (Stage Crew), Mary Young '25 (Stage Crew), the US Technical Theater Class (Set Construction), and Eileen Procaccino (Program Design).

Please enjoy our musical photo gallery below!