Overview
Character Name
Les Jacobs
Show
Gender
Male
Playing Age
Child, Early Teen
Role Size
Supporting
Dramatic Function
Catalyst
Relationships
Dancing
Mover
Voice
Tenor
Time & Place
New York City, 1899
Analysis
Age 10 to 12. Les Jacobs is Davey’s younger brother. Along with Davey, he is a new addition to the newsies as he sells “papes” to try and make a little extra money to support his family. Although Davey is very protective of Les, Les prefers independence. He is an
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