PHS Drama
PHS Spring Musical 2023
PHS Spectacle Theatre proudly presents Disney’s NEWSIES on March 23-25, 2023.
“Stop the presses! This Disney film turned Tony-winning Broadway hit inspires everyone to fight for what's right and seize the day. 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! Newsies is packed with non-stop thrills and a timeless message, perfect for the whole family and every audience.” (MTI)
Thursday, March 23, 2023, at 7:30 PM
Friday, March 24, 2023, at 7:30 PM
Saturday, March 25, 2023, at 1:00 PM
Saturday, March 25, 2023, at 7:30 PM
PHS Performing Arts Center
Corner of Walnut Lane and Franklin Avenue
Princeton, NJ 08540
Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students/seniors. All tickets are general admission seating. Doors will open 30 minutes before curtain time. Tickets are available at https://princetondrama.ludus.com. All principal roles and some supporting roles are double-cast. Each cast performs two shows.
About the PHS Drama Program
Whether a student dreams of starring in a show, leading the technical team, or helping manage a theatrical production, the PHS Drama department has a long legacy of introducing students to theatre in a way that builds confidence on and off stage. From Drama I classes to the Advanced Acting and Performance Seminar, students explore all aspects of theatre through hands-on experiences.
Drama classes are offered during the day so that students are able to participate in theatre productions while also being a member of an athletic team or other after-school organization. Courses offer students a creative outlet while also introducing them to the principles and techniques of playwriting, including plot structure, dramatic action, point of view, mood, character development, setting, written dialogue, and stage directions. In addition to acting courses, PHS also offers a course on Musical Theatre that explores song and dance and provides students with practical steps to pursuing a career.
Our theatre facilities include the 700+ seat Trego-Biancosino Auditorium and a black box theatre. A full student orchestra accompanies the annual spring musical.