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Opened: April 21, 1977
Closing: January 02, 1983

Annie - 1977 - Broadway History , Info & More

Alvin Theatre
250 W. 52nd St. New York, NY

Based on "Little Orphan Annie" by Harold Gray; "Little Orphan Annie" used by permission of Chicago Tribune - New York News Syndicate, Inc.

Leapin’ lizards! The popular comic strip heroine takes center stage in one of the world’s best-loved musicals. Annie is a spunky Depression-era orphan determined to find her parents, who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City orphanage run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan, the funniest villain this side of a Disney cartoon. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil schemes, befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and finds a new family and home in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary Grace Farrell and a lovable mutt named Sandy.


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Twitter Watch: No ANNIE for Rosie O'Donnell
by Robert Diamond - Apr 21, 2012


Today on Twitter, in response to a fan asking '@Rosie R U doing Annie or is that a rumor?', O'Donnell responded 'rumor - I auditioned but didn't get it'.

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 4/21- ANNIE
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 21, 2012


Today in 1977, Annie opened at the Alvin Theatre (now the Neil Simon Theatre), where it ran for 2377 performances. Annie is a Broadway musical based upon the popular Harold Gray comic strip Little Orphan Annie, with music by Charles Strouse, lyrics by Martin Charnin, and the book by Thomas Meehan. It spawned numerous productions in many countries, as well as national tours, and won the Tony Award for Best Musical. The musical's songs 'Tomorrow' and 'It's the Hard-Knock Life' are among its most popular musical numbers.

QPAC's ANNIE - Starring Anthony Warlow, Nancye Hayes & More - Set for Brisbane Opening, April 12
by James T Harding - Apr 10, 2012


Annie the Musical will officially roll out the red carpet and pull back the curtain when it opens in the Lyric Theatre, Queensland Performing Arts Centre (QPAC) on Thursday 12 April to a full house.

QPAC Announces Cast of ANNIE, Opening April 7
by BWW News Desk - Apr 7, 2012


Producer John Frost announced the 24 local children who have been cast in the upcoming Brisbane production of the ever-popular Broadway musical Annie.

OKLAHOMA, ANNIE, et al. Set for Arizona Broadway Theatre's 2012-2013 Season
by Max Schwager - Mar 28, 2012


The Arizona Broadway Theatre has announced its upcoming 2012-2013 season. The season includes OKLAHOMA!, ANNIE, HELLO DOLLY, BUDDY: THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY, 9 TO 5, INTO THE WOODS, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT, and THE GREAT AMERICAN TRAILER PARK MUSICAL.

STAGE TUBE: On This Day 3/26- ANNIE
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 26, 2012


Today in 1997, Annie opened at the Martin Beck Theatre (now the Al Hirschfeld Theatre), where it ran for 239 performances. Annie is a Broadway musical based upon the popular Harold Gray comic strip Little Orphan Annie, with music by Charles Strouse, lyrics by Martin Charnin, and the book by Thomas Meehan. The original Broadway production opened in 1977 and ran for nearly six years, setting a record for the Alvin Theatre (now the Neil Simon Theatre). It spawned numerous productions in many countries, as well as national tours, and won the Tony Award for Best Musical. The musical's songs 'Tomorrow' and 'It's the Hard-Knock Life' are among its most popular musical numbers.

RIALTO CHATTER: Update- Rosie O'Donnell in Negotiations for ANNIE?
by Rialto Chatter - Mar 21, 2012


Comedian, talk show host, producer and star Rosie O'Donnell has made no secret of her desire to play 'Miss Hannigan' in the upcoming Broadway revival of ANNIE. Now, an insider has told the Huffington Post that she will indeed be returning to Broadway in the revival. The source told HP: 'Ro loves Broadway and is super excited about playing the part. The paperwork hasn't been signed yet but the negotiations are well under way. This is a great role that she will be able to sink her teeth into and will get her back to acting and performing live, which has always been her first love."

RIALTO CHATTER: Rosie Taking ANNIE Meetings?
by Robert Diamond - Mar 19, 2012


Today, multiple outlets reporting on the cancellation of THE ROSIE SHOW on the Oprah Winfrey Network report that when the news was revealed, O'Donnell was in New York, 'taking a meeting for a revival of ANNIE.'

ANNIE to Hold Open Casting Call in Chicago, 3/11
by BWW News Desk - Mar 11, 2012


Telsey + Co., casting office for the new Broadway production of ANNIE, will hold an open call in Chicago on Sunday, March 11, for girls ages 6-12 to audition for the roles of Annie and the orphans. ANNIE, directed by Tony Award-winner James Lapine, will open in fall 2012 at a Nederlander theatre to be announced.

ANNIE to Hold Open Casting Call in Chicago, 3/11
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 9, 2012


Telsey + Co., casting office for the new Broadway production of ANNIE, will hold an open call in Chicago on Sunday, March 11, for girls ages 6-12 to audition for the roles of Annie and the orphans. ANNIE, directed by Tony Award-winner James Lapine, will open in fall 2012 at a Nederlander theatre to be announced.

Broadway's ANNIE Holds Open Call Auditions in Austin, 3/5
by BWW News Desk - Mar 5, 2012


Telsey + Co., casting office for the new Broadway production of ANNIE, will hold an open call in Austin, TX. on Monday, March 5, for girls ages 6-12 to audition for the roles of Annie and the orphans. ANNIE, directed by Tony Award-winner James Lapine, will open in fall 2012 at a Nederlander theatre to be announced.

Broadway's ANNIE Holds Open Call Auditions in Austin, 3/5
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 21, 2012


Telsey + Co., casting office for the new Broadway production of ANNIE, will hold an open call in Austin, TX. on Monday, March 5, for girls ages 6-12 to audition for the roles of Annie and the orphans. ANNIE, directed by Tony Award-winner James Lapine, will open in fall 2012 at a Nederlander theatre to be announced.

QPAC Announces Cast of ANNIE, Opening April 7
by Jennie Mamary - Feb 19, 2012


Producer John Frost announced the 24 local children who have been cast in the upcoming Brisbane production of the ever-popular Broadway musical Annie.

FPAC Announces ANNIE Cast
by Kelsey Denette - Feb 13, 2012


The Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) will present Annie on Saturday, March 3, at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, March 4, at 2:00 p.m., at the Thomas D. Mercer Auditorium, 224 Oak Street, in Franklin.

ANNIE Holds Open Casting Call in Los Angeles, 2/26
by Nicole Rosky - Feb 7, 2012


Telsey + Co., casting office for the new Broadway production of ANNIE, will hold an open call in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 26, for girls ages 6-12 to audition for the roles of Annie and the orphans. ANNIE, directed by Tony Award-winner James Lapine, will open in fall 2012 at a Nederlander theatre to be announced.

New Australian ANNIE Cast Recording Released
by Kelsey Denette - Jan 31, 2012


Sony Music Entertainment and The Gordon Frost Organisation today announced the release of the Australian cast recording of the new production of ANNIE which was recorded on Opening Night, January 5, 2012 at the Lyric Theatre, Sydney. This is the third production of ANNIE to be staged in Australia, the first in 1978-9 and the second in 2000. ANNIE plays at the Lyric Theatre, The Star until March 25 before moving on to Brisbane, Melbourne and Perth.

Photo Flash: First Look at Anthony Warlow, Nancye Hayes in Sydney Lyric Theatre's ANNIE
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 5, 2012


The ever-popular Broadway musical Annie is lighting up Sydney's Lyric Theatre in an exciting new production produced John Frost. Returning to the role of New York ‘zillionaire' Daddy Warbucks will be one of Australia's greatest theatrical talents, Anthony Warlow, fresh from his success in the title role of the World Premiere of Doctor Zhivago. Show business legend Nancye Hayes will play the tyrannical Miss Hannigan who runs the orphanage where Annie begins her journey. This is the third Australian production of Annie that Nancye has been involved with, having played Lily St Regis in the original production and been Resident Director for the second.

ANNIE Returns To Australia
by BWW News Desk - Dec 29, 2011


The ever-popular Broadway musical Annie will light up Sydney's Lyric Theatre from 29 December in an exciting new production produced John Frost.

PTC Presents ANNIE 12/2-23
by BWW News Desk - Dec 2, 2011


Pioneer Theatre Company presents the holiday family musical Annie from December 2 through December 23, 2011.

PTC Presents ANNIE 12/2-23
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 16, 2011


Pioneer Theatre Company presents the holiday family musical Annie from December 2 through December 23, 2011.

ANNIE returns to Fox Theatre - Open Cast Auditions Next Week
by Joseph Harrison - Nov 7, 2011


One of the best loved musicals of all time, ANNIE returns to the Fox Theatre January 14 - 22. Boasting one of Broadway's most memorable scores, including "It's the Hard-Knock Life," "Easy Street," "N.Y.C.," and the ever optimistic "Tomorrow," you can bet your bottom dollar that ANNIE will bring a smile to your face. "We are delighted that a whole new generation can experience this classic musical about never giving up hope!" says Christopher B Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars.

Broadway's ANNIE Holds Open Call in Orlando, 10/9
by BWW News Desk - Oct 9, 2011


Telsey and Co., casting office for the new Broadway production of ANNIE, will hold an equity and non-equity open call in Orlando, FL on Sunday, October 9, for girls ages 6-12 to audition for the roles of Annie and the orphans. The production, directed by Tony Award-winner James Lapine, will open in fall 2012 at a Nederlander theatre to be announced.

Broadway's ANNIE Holds Open Call in Orlando, 10/9
by Kelsey Denette - Oct 5, 2011


Telsey and Co., casting office for the new Broadway production of ANNIE, will hold an equity and non-equity open call in Orlando, FL on Sunday, October 9, for girls ages 6-12 to audition for the roles of Annie and the orphans. The production, directed by Tony Award-winner James Lapine, will open in fall 2012 at a Nederlander theatre to be announced.

Candlelight Dinner Playhouse Presents ANNIE WARBUCKS 8/27-11/13
by BWW News Desk - Aug 27, 2011


The Candlelight Dinner Playhouse will present the Regional Premiere of ANNIE WARBUCKS, August 27, 2011 through November 13, 2011 as is happy to continue to offer free tickets to children 5-12 with each full price adult.

Candlelight Dinner Playhouse Presents ANNIE WARBUCKS 8/27-11/13
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 16, 2011


The Candlelight Dinner Playhouse will present the Regional Premiere of ANNIE WARBUCKS, August 27, 2011 through November 13, 2011 as is happy to continue to offer free tickets to children 5-12 with each full price adult.

Other Productions of Annie

1976   East Haddam, CT (Regional) World Premiere
East Haddam, CT (Regional)
1977   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1978   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1978   West End London Production
West End
1978   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
1979   US Tour 3rd National Tour
US Tour
1981   US Tour 4th National Tour
US Tour
1982   West End Return Engagement [London]
West End
1997   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1998   West End London Revival
West End
2002   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2004   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2005   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2012   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2017   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Playhouse Revival
Milburn, NJ (Regional)

Annie - 1977 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1977 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Charles Strouse
1977 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Martin Charnin
1977 New York Drama Critics Circle Awards Best Musical Thomas Meehan
1977 Tony Awards Best Book of a Musical Thomas Meehan
1977 Tony Awards Best Choreography Peter Gennaro
1977 Tony Awards Best Costume Design Theoni V. Aldredge
1977 Tony Awards Best Direction of a Musical Martin Charnin
1977 Tony Awards Best Musical Stephen R. Friedman
1977 Tony Awards Best Musical Lewis Allen
1977 Tony Awards Best Musical Mike Nichols
1977 Tony Awards Best Musical Irwin Meyer
1977 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Martin Charnin
1977 Tony Awards Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre Charles Strouse
1977 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical Reid Shelton
1977 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Dorothy Loudon
1977 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical Andrea McArdle
1977 Tony Awards Best Scenic Design David Mitchell

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