Birth Place: New York, NY, USA
To cap off two sold-out shows at The Laurie Beechman Theatre at the West Bank Cafe, Broadway’s original Annie, Andrea McArdle, helped owners Tom and Michael D’Angora hang her Hirschfeld in the VIP suite.
Once again, Broadway's biggest night has come and gone! With the 78th Annual Tony Awards now behind us, we have compiled a list of some of the most memorable moments from the evening, including fun references and Easter eggs you may have missed, standout segments, performances, and more.
The Sharon Playhouse will continue its tradition of pairing extraordinary talent from Broadway, television and film with talented local theater artists from the region and beyond, proudly announces casting for the 2025 season.
The newly formed Broadway In Memoriam Committee, composed of theatre owners in consultation with industry service organizations, has confirmed the inaugural marquee dimming. See who will be honored.
Andrea McArdle honored the renowned theater icons in her life with stories and song, bringing fond memories from her long and vibrant career, which began as the original Annie on Broadway.
Before TikTok. Before Swifties. There was…Conrad Birdie. Book by Michael Stewart Music by Charles Strouse Lyrics by Lee Adams Originally Produced by Edward Padula Candy-coated and bursting with spectacular charm, the classic Bye Bye Birdie gets a fresh twist on The 5th's stage!
Music Theater Works will hold auditions and “pawditions” for the fourth and final production of its 2025 season, Annie. Learn more about the show and see how audition here!
The Ringwald Theatre has announced its production of the powerhouse musical Annie. The world-famous musical written by Thomas Meehan with music by Charles Strouse and lyrics by Martin Charnin will play the Ferndale venue.
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the passing of director and writer Robert Benton at the age of 92. In addition to his many films, he and his writing partner David Newman wrote the Broadway musical It's a Bird... It's a Plane... It's Superman.
Centenary Stage Company’s Young Performers Workshop (YPW) is set to present their annual Spring Festival of Shows May 23 through June 1 in the Little Theatre of the Seay Building on the campus of Centenary University.
Two of the most famous lawyers in modern history are Ross Cellino Jr. and Steve Barnes. A hilarious dark comedy about the law partners, titled Cellino v. Barnes, has been running off-Broadway since last summer, starring Eric William Morris and Noah Weisberg and written by Mike B. Breen and David Rafailedes.
Zach Theatre in Austin has announced its 2025-26 season, featuring Murder on the Orient Express, Dear Evan Hansen, Annie, Come From Away, and the regional premiere of Suzan-Lori Parks' Sally & Tom, along with holiday favorites and family programming.
Annie is a heartfelt, faithful revival and a timeless message of hope. The red-haired orphan and her cast of outcasts left the audience smiling and on its feet, proving once more that “The sun’ll come out tomorrow”
The ever-popular Broadway musical Annie is offering audience members at Wednesday and Thursday evening performances in May a unique, never-before-seen opportunity — and it's all included in the ticket price.
Centenary Stage Company's Young Performers Workshop is set to present their annual Spring Festival of Shows May 23 through June 1 in the Little Theatre of the Seay Building on the campus of Centenary University at 400 Jefferson Street.
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that Joseph Robinette, Tony-nominated playwright known for A Christmas Story and Charlotte's Web, died on April 24, 2025 at age 86.
The Argyle Theatre has unveiled its 2025-2026 Main Stage season—featuring a soul-stirring, dance-filled, and family-friendly lineup of musical theatre hits. Learn more!
It's an age-old showbiz adage—never work with children or animals. But here that advice is thrown out as the luminaries of the show are a plucky pixie adorned with bright red hair accompanied by a lovable shaggy labradoodle. Hey, in a season of uncertainty, a little schmaltz is appreciated.
Acclaimed Australian musical theatre icon Anthony Warlow reprises his performance of Billionaire Oliver Warbucks alongside a new generation of talented young performers, and of course an adorable dog, as ANNIE returns to the Sydney stage.
With preview performances having begun ahead of the official Opening Night on Thursday, extra final performances have been added today for the Sydney season of the new Australian production of the ever-popular Broadway musical Annie.
Videos
