Newsies

August 7-29, 2026

Music, Alan Menken

Lyrics, Jack Feldman

Book, Harvey Fierstein

Directed by, Kate Rufener

It’s time to carry the banner on your stage with Disney's Newsies! Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged "newsies." When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what's right!

Based on the 1992 motion picture and inspired by a true story, Newsies features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken (Little Shop of Horrors, Sister Act) and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein (Kinky Boots). Featuring the now classic songs “Carrying the Banner,” “Seize the Day,” and “Santa Fe,” Newsies is packed with non-stop thrills and a timeless message, perfect for the whole family and every audience.

Brought to you by special arrangement with Music Theatre International.

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BOX OFFICE HOURS:

WEDNESDAYS 4-8 PM

THURSDAYS 4-8 PM

SATURDAY 9 AM - 1 PM

BOX OFFICE IS ALSO OPEN 90 MINUTES PRIOR TO EVERY SHOW TIME FOR IN PERSON SAME DAY SALES AND WILL STAY OPEN THROUGH INTERMISSION

West Side Weekend!

August 7-8, 2026

Tickets for West Side residents are $15 off. Please buy your tickets at the door and show proof of your address to our box office.

Individual Ticket Prices

Adult: $37.00
Senior/Military: $25.00
Youth: $23.00

American Sign Language-Interpreted Performance

Saturday, August 22 at 3:00pm

One ASL-interpreted performance will be offered for each West Valley Arts regular season production during the third matinee at the West Valley Performing Arts Center.

Please contact our box office beforehand to confirm and to ensure the best seating for the performance.