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 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.