Leapin' lizards! The timeless tale of Little Orphan Annie is back, giving a whole new generation the chance to experience this classic musical about never giving up hope. Boasting one of Broadway's most beloved scores, including "It's the Hard-Knock Life," "Easy Street," "N.Y.C." and the ever optimistic "Tomorrow," ANNIE is a delightful theatrical experience for the entire family.
Performance dates and times are as follows:
1/7 @ 7pm; 1/8 @ 10 am & 2 pm; 1/9 @ 2 pm; 1/14 @ 7 pm; 1/15 @ 10 am & 2 pm; 1/16 @ 2 pm
Connecticut celebrities Scot Haney (WFSB 3 "Better Connecticut) and Kate Bolduc (Greater Hartford Arts Council CEO) will appear for one performance only on Saturday, January 8th at 2 p.m. in the roles of "Bert Healy" and "Star to Be."
Tickets are $18 for Adults & $13 for Seniors & Students 17 and under and are available online at www.hartfordchildrenstheatre.org. Call 860.249.7970 for more information.
DON'T MISS THREE FUN FAMILY-FRIENDLY EVENTS
LEAPIN' LIZARDS OPENING NIGHT CELEBRATION * Friday, January 7, 2011 at 6 pm
Celebrate opening night in style! You'll feel like a Broadway star as you stroll down the red carpet to have your photograph taken with Annie, Daddy Warbucks & Miss Hannigan, enjoy NYC-themed treats and have your caricature done for the wall at Sardi's!
TALK-BACK AND BOOK SIGNING WITH William Berloni * Sunday, January 9, 2011 Post Performance
For more than 30 years, William Berloni has rescued and trained animals to meet the demands of live performances on Broadway, television, film & commercials. His career began as a 19 year old intern at the Goodspeed Opera House when he was charged with finding and coaching a dog to play "Sandy" in the original 1975 production. Join us for a post-show talk-back with Berloni and "Macy" as he discusses his delightful career as the industry's most respected animal trainer. Copies of Berloni's book "Broadway Tails: Heartfelt Stories of Rescued Dogs Who Became Showbiz Superstars" will be available for purchase.
ANNIE'S CHARACTER BREAKFAST * Saturday, January 15, 2011 at 9 am Tickets are $6
Visit with Annie and Sandy's four-footed friends from the CT Humane Society at a fun, pre-show event. Families will have the opportunity to pose for a photo with Annie and the cast, participate in a fun craft activity and enjoy a delicious breakfast before attending the 10 am performance of ANNIE. Please contact the Box Office on 860.249.7970 to order tickets for Annie's Character Breakfast. Reservations are required.
Photo Credit: Thomas Giroir
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