Annie Tour 1978 - Articles Page 14

Opened: March 23, 1978
Closing: September 06, 1981

Annie - 1978 - US Tour History , Info & More

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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Christopher Hart, Brian Kelly & More Set For Pittsburgh CLO's TRIPLE ESPRESSO
by Gabrielle Sierra - Aug 17, 2010


Pittsburgh CLO is proud to announce the cast and creative team for the Pittsburgh premiere of Triple Espresso: a highly caffeinated comedy, which runs September 9, 2010 through January 9, 2011 at the CLO Cabaret. Tickets are available at CLOCabaret.com or by calling 412-456-6666.

PLATINUM To Debut at FRINGE NYC, 8/13
by BWW News Desk - Aug 13, 2010


A new developmental production of Platinum (www.PlatinumTheMusical.com) starring Tony Award nominee Liz Larsen (The Most Happy Fella, A New Brain) and Sarah Litzsinger (Beauty and the Beast, Amour) will be presented by UnsungMusicalsCo. Inc. as part of the 2010 New York International Fringe Festival.

ANNIE Ends Run at North Carolina Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Aug 1, 2010


Broadway star Andrea McArdle is set to take on the iconic role of Miss Hannigan this summer in the North Carolina Theatre's production of ANNIE, according to published reports. McArdle is best known for her Tony-nominated performance of the title role in ANNIE during its original run on Broadway.

Testa, Opel & Golden Lead CHEER WARS Readings for Director's Company, 7/29
by BWW News Desk - Jul 29, 2010


As the former captain and current coach of the New London Lady Leopard Varsity Cheer Squad, Doretha Bolingbroke will do anything to keep the cheer bloodline intact. Her daughter Halle is poised to become captain, but when Doretha's old rival Nuella Percy returns from exile with her own cheerleading-machine daughter Charmain, the women must wage an epic battle for control of the squad and cheerdom itself. Inspired by Henry IV, Part 1 and the true story of Wanda Holloway.

Photo Coverage: Andrea McArdle Transforms into Miss Hannigan
by Rachel Schwartz - Jul 28, 2010


Andrea McArdle, Broadway's original Annie, now stars as Annie's arch nemesis Miss Hannigan in the new production of 'Annie' at the North Carolina Theatre in Raleigh. The production runs through August 1st. To bring this beloved villain to life, McArdle undergoes a transformation every night...with the help of some make-up and a blonde wig. Make-up and wig extraordinaire Patricia DelSardo lends her skilled hands to help ensure that everything is place before the first bars of 'Tomorrow' are heard in the overture.

STAGE TUBE: Original 'Annie' McArdle Talks Playing 'Hannigan'
by Jessica Lewis - Jul 26, 2010


On Saturday, July 24, Broadway star Andrea McArdle opened the North Carolina Theatre's production of ANNIE as 'Miss Hannigan,' some 30 years after her Tony-nominated performance in the title role on Broadway. To hear McArdle talk about what it's like coming full circle, click below!

The Brick Theater, Inc. Presents GAME PLAY 7/7-25
by BWW News Desk - Jul 25, 2010


The Brick Theater, Inc. presents GAME PLAY: A CELEBRATION OF VIDEO GAME PERFORMANCE ART, runs July 7-25, 2010

Andrea McArdle Plays 'Miss Hannigan' in ANNIE at North Carolina Theatre, 7/24 - 8/1
by BWW News Desk - Jul 24, 2010


Broadway star Andrea McArdle is set to take on the iconic role of Miss Hannigan this summer in the North Carolina Theatre's production of ANNIE, according to published reports. McArdle is best known for her Tony-nominated performance of the title role in ANNIE during its original run on Broadway.

Pumpkin Theatre Announces Their 43rd Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 22, 2010


Pumpkin Theatre announces our 43rd Season producing plays for the young and young at heart. We're proud to that next year we'll be producing Hansel & Gretel, Cinderella, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, The Emperor's Nightingale and How to Eat Like a Child.

PLATINUM To Debut at FRINGE NYC, Tix On Sale 7/23
by BWW News Desk - Jul 23, 2010


A new developmental production of Platinum (www.PlatinumTheMusical.com) starring Tony Award nominee Liz Larsen (The Most Happy Fella, A New Brain) and Sarah Litzsinger (Beauty and the Beast, Amour) will be presented by UnsungMusicalsCo. Inc. as part of the 2010 New York International Fringe Festival.

Pumpkin Theatre Announces Their 43rd Season
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jul 14, 2010


Pumpkin Theatre announces our 43rd Season producing plays for the young and young at heart. We're proud to that next year we'll be producing Hansel & Gretel, Cinderella, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, The Emperor's Nightingale and How to Eat Like a Child.

Testa, Opel & Golden Lead CHEER WARS Readings for Director's Company, 7/22 & 7/29
by Jessica Lewis - Jul 13, 2010


As the former captain and current coach of the New London Lady Leopard Varsity Cheer Squad, Doretha Bolingbroke will do anything to keep the cheer bloodline intact. Her daughter Halle is poised to become captain, but when Doretha's old rival Nuella Percy returns from exile with her own cheerleading-machine daughter Charmain, the women must wage an epic battle for control of the squad and cheerdom itself. Inspired by Henry IV, Part 1 and the true story of Wanda Holloway.

The Brick Theater, Inc. Presents GAME PLAY 7/7-25
by BWW News Desk - Jul 7, 2010


The Brick Theater, Inc. presents GAME PLAY: A CELEBRATION OF VIDEO GAME PERFORMANCE ART, runs July 7-25, 2010

Theatre World Awards Founder John Willis Dies at 93
by Robert Diamond - Jun 26, 2010


John A. Willis, who as editor of the Theatre World and Screen World annual series for over 45 years was often considered one of the most important theatre and film historians in America, died June 25, 2010, at his home in Manhattan, of complications from lung cancer. He was ninety-three years old. Willis was also the longtime producer of the Theatre World Awards, given to actors for outstanding Broadway and Off-Broadway debut performances. It is one of the oldest awards bestowed on New York stage actors and helped launch the careers of Alan Alda, Bernadette Peters, and John Leguizamo among many others.

Actor's Express Stages SLASHER 5/20-6/19
by BWW News Desk - Jun 19, 2010


Actor's Express presents the Atlanta premiere of Slasher, an outrageous new comedy by Allison Moore that was an audience favorite at the 2009 Humana Festival of New American plays.

Caroline Aaron Joins La Mirada's THE TALE OF THE ALLERGIST'S WIFE, Opens 10/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 14, 2010


LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS & MC COY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT are thrilled to announce that Caroline Aaron will star as Marjorie Taub opposite Marilu Henner who will star as Lee Green in Charles Busch's hilarious Broadway hit, The Tale of the Allergist's Wife, opening October 1 at La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, 14900 La Mirada Blvd in La Mirada.

Mike Nichols Honored At The 38th Annual AFI Life Achievement Award 6/10
by BWW News Desk - Jun 10, 2010


The American Film Institute and TV Land announced today that many of Hollywood's finest will be on hand to salute acclaimed and beloved film, television and stage director Mike Nichols when he receives the 38th AFI Life Achievement Award on June 10, 2010 on the historic Stage 15 at the Sony Pictures Studios.

Hanks, Streep, Roberts & Cher Honor Mike Nichols with AFI Life Achievement Award, 6/10
by BWW News Desk - Jun 10, 2010


The American Film Institute and TV Land announced today that American film's finest performers Cher, Tom Hanks, Julia Roberts and Meryl Streep are among the many in the arts and entertainment community who are scheduled to appear when AFI honors beloved film, television and stage director Mike Nichols with the AFI Life Achievement Award. The gala will take place on Thursday, June 10th in the historic Stage 15 on the Sony Studios lot in Culver City, CA. 'TV Land Presents: The AFI Life Achievement Awards Honoring Mike Nichols' premieres on TV Land in June.

PLATINUM To Debut at FRINGE NYC, Tix On Sale 7/23
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 8, 2010


A new developmental production of Platinum (www.PlatinumTheMusical.com) starring Tony Award nominee Liz Larsen (The Most Happy Fella, A New Brain) and Sarah Litzsinger (Beauty and the Beast, Amour) will be presented by UnsungMusicalsCo. Inc. as part of the 2010 New York International Fringe Festival.

Jill Clayburgh & Edward Herrman Headline Benefit Reading of CHASING THE TIGER, 6/5
by BWW News Desk - Jun 5, 2010


Edward Herrmann and Jill Clayburgh will headline a reading of CHASING THE TIGER, a new play by Gail Sheehy, on June 5 to benefit Community Mental Health Affiliates Methodist Church.

The Brick Theater, Inc. Presents GAME PLAY 7/7-25
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 2, 2010


The Brick Theater, Inc. presents GAME PLAY: A CELEBRATION OF VIDEO GAME PERFORMANCE ART, runs July 7-25, 2010

Mike Nichols Honored At The 38th Annual AFI Life Achievement Award 6/10
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 1, 2010


The American Film Institute and TV Land announced today that many of Hollywood's finest will be on hand to salute acclaimed and beloved film, television and stage director Mike Nichols when he receives the 38th AFI Life Achievement Award on June 10, 2010 on the historic Stage 15 at the Sony Pictures Studios.

Carlyle, Goldstein et al. Set for O'Neill's 2010 Nat'l Music Theater Conference, 6/26-7/16
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jun 1, 2010


Paulette Haupt, Artistic Director of the Eugene O'Neill Theater Center's National Music Theater Conference, today announced directors for music theater selections previously announced

Arena Stage Presents DUKE ELLINGTON'S SOPHISTICATED LADIES Through 5/30
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2010


Big band sound transforms the Lincoln Theatre into a Duke Ellington jazz club as Arena Stage presents Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, choreographed by and starring Maurice Hines (Broadway's Sophisticated Ladies and Uptown... It's Hot!) with direction by Charles Randolph-Wright (Arena's Guys and Dolls and Blue).

Arena Stage's DUKE ELLINGTON'S SOPHISTICATED LADIES Closes 5/30
by BWW News Desk - May 30, 2010


Big band sound transforms the Lincoln Theatre into a Duke Ellington jazz club as Arena Stage presents Duke Ellington's Sophisticated Ladies, choreographed by and starring Maurice Hines (Broadway's Sophisticated Ladies and Uptown... It's Hot!) with direction by Charles Randolph-Wright (Arena's Guys and Dolls and Blue).

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)

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