New Musical WARBUCKS About 'Daddy Warbucks' From ANNIE is in Development
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
Tony-winning producers behind THE OUTSIDERS announced WARBUCKS, a new stage musical tracing the early life of Oliver Warbucks, timed to Annie's 50th Broadway anniversary.
Photos: ANNIE Tour in Rehearsal Ahead of New York City Run
by Stephi Wild - Nov 1, 2024
All new photos have been released of the cast of the Tony-award winning musical Annie rehearsing in New York City ahead of the limited engagement at The Theater at Madison Square Garden. Check out the photos here!
Review: ANNIE at Porthouse/Kent State University
by Roy Berko - Jul 24, 2024
Terri Kent, the Artistic Director of Porthouse Theatre, Kent State University’s summer home on the grounds of Blossom Center, states in her program notes for Annie: I believe the arts have the power to transform lives and I believe in miracles.
Photos: First Look at La Mirada Theatre's THE KING AND I
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 23, 2023
LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS & McCOY RIGBY ENTERTAINMENT is presenting Paul Nakauchi as the “King,” Anastasia Barzee as “Anna,” and Joan Almedilla as “Lady Thiang,” along with a cast of 41, coupled with the recent Broadway revival’s lavish sets and costumes, in a sumptuous new production of the Tony Award-winning musical THE KING AND I. Check out photos here!
Photos: Go Inside THE OLIVIER AWARDS 2023 WITH MASTERCARD NOMINEES' CELEBRATION
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 19, 2023
On Friday 17 March, the Olivier Awards 2023 with Mastercard hosted their Nominees’ Celebration, in partnership with Cunard at The Londoner hotel, the world's first super boutique hotel in the heart of London's theatre district. Notable nominees such as Rose Ayling-Ellis, Beverley Knight, Rob Madge, Rafe Spall and Giles Terera were in attendance, among many of the other nominated theatre makers. Check out the photos here!
Review: ANNIE at Broadway San Jose
by Linda Hodges - Jan 13, 2023
What did our critic Linda Hodgesthink of Annie at Broadway San Jose? It's a hard knock life for sure, but Broadway San Jose's Annie infuses even today's troubled times with unrestrained optimism. And even though the sun isn't really shining in rain ravaged Northern California, it didn't stop the carloads of boys and girls and their adults from streaming into San Jose for the show.
BWW Exclusive: NDI Dance Students Prep for ANNIE LIVE! with a Visit from Andrea McArdle!
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 16, 2021
On Saturday, November 13, Broadway legend Andrea McArdle visited a group of dancers from National Dance Institute during their rehearsal for NBC'S Annie LIVE! The 51 talented youngsters from NDI's In-School Program will be featured in the upcoming live broadcast and represent 41 New York City schools.
Photos: MTA Encourages New Yorkers to Take the Subway to Broadway With New Ad Campaign
by Stephi Wild - Nov 9, 2021
In 1977, stars from Broadway shows gathered onboard a New York City subway car to take what would become an iconic photo, appearing with the tag line “The Only Sure Way to Make It to Broadway.” Forty-four years later, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and Broadway advertising agency RPM collaborated to re-create this photo.
Study Up on Irving Berlin and Celebrate Broadway's Return with #NoBusinessLikeShowBusiness
by Team BWW - Nov 10, 2021
Live theatre is officially back and Concord Theatricals is celebrating! 'There's No Business Like Show Business' is a digital celebration that launched just last month, marking the return of live theater and all of the incredible people who help to make it happen. The celebration coincides with the 75th anniversary of Irving Berlin's Annie Get Your Gun and its iconic showstopper 'There's No Business Like Show Business,' a song that has more resonance than ever this year.
Photo Flash: SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER At Theatre By The Sea
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 21, 2019
Saturday Night Fever is playing at Theatre By The Sea through September 8. For tickets call (401) 782-TKTS (8587), visit www.theatrebythesea.com, or visit the box office at 364 Cards Pond Rd., Wakefield, RI.
Review: SAFEHOUSE '77 Recruits Participants Into a 1970's Spy Versus Spy Immersive Party Game
by Shari Barrett - Nov 18, 2018
SAFEHOUSE '77 is a site-specific interactive show with a mixture of historical and pop-cultural influences in the exciting world of spy movies. The evening begins after parking in a Bank of America lot a few blocks away from the party house where Connie (Ashley Jones, decked out in high-waisted bell bottom jeans), the sister of our party host, Sharon (Katie Rediger), meets us and goes over a few rules for the evening before escorting us to the party. Just prior to entering, each guest is given an ERA YES badge, every one different in color with an animal sticker in its center. Of course, there is a purpose which soon becomes apparent once the party begins.
Photo Throwback: Paulette Goddard and Andy Warhol Check Out ANNIE in 1977
by Walter McBride - Oct 15, 2018
Take a look back into BroadwayWorld's archives with this throwback from when stage and screen star Paulette Goddard and pop culture icon Andy Warhol went to see Annie in 1977! Check out the photo below!
BWW Previews: Bet Your Bottom Dollar On ANNIE at Slidell Little Theatre
by Angelle Albright - Aug 20, 2018
There's nothing more endearing than a little girl and her dog, especially when it comes to a red-headed orphan who reminds kids of all ages that positivity is the only road to resilience! Slidell Little Theatre is opening its' 55th season with the timeless classic, Annie, based on the popular comic strip by Harold Gray. Adapted for the Broadway stage in 1977, Annie was the winner of seven Tony Awards, and continues to be a worldwide phenomenon today. The sun has definitely come out on this entire cast, especially two remarkable actresses, Elizabeth Burris and Piper Hall, who share the title role of Broadway's favorite belting ragamuffin. Despite their marked star quality, there is another salient stray who is commanding equal respect-Annie's beloved dog Sandy! The four legged character, portrayed by rescued K-9 Jen-Ai, once declared unredeemable, is stealing hearts on and off the stage. The golden's trainer, Margaret Cromwell say the script is not much different than their own life story, and is excited about the affect her beloved may have on audiences. Regardless of number of legs the actors have, the talent in this production is awe inspiring, and the relationship between the two may require a few tissues. Their genuine affection definitely pulls you into the theme of what it means to value someone or something, all the while highlighting the meaning of family love, however that is defined for each of us.
Photo Flash: ANNIE Composers Charles Strouse and Michael Charnin Pay A Visit Backstage at the Hollywood Bowl
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 30, 2018
Annie composer Charles Strouse and Annie lyricist (and director of the original 1977 Broadway production) Martin Charnin paid a visit backstage at Saturday night's performance of Annie at the Hollywood Bowl. Check out photos from the special visit below!
Review: Michael Arden Directs ANNIE with Creative Ingenuity at the Hollywood Bowl
by Shari Barrett - Jul 29, 2018
Even if you have seen it before, I cannot stress enough how miraculous the current production of Annie is at the Hollywood Bowl, directed with creative ingenuity by Michael Arden. Featured in the cast of incredibly talented triple-threat (acting, singing, dancing) performers are Ana Gasteyer as the ruthless headmistress Miss Agatha Hannigan, David Alan Grier as the refined, generous billionaire Oliver 'Daddy' Warbucks, Lea Salonga as his dedicated and caring assistant Grace Farrell, with newcomer Kaylin Hedges as Annie, who won the role over hundreds of other young girls from across the country who submitted video auditions to win role. Miss Hedges is the cornerstone of the production and her soaring, pitch-perfect voice and effervescent stage presence setting the jubilant tone for the entire ensemble.
Photo Flash: ANNIE is Now On Stage at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre
by Julie Musbach - Jun 1, 2018
With red hair, grit, and plenty of spunk, America's favorite orphan proves her worth to a billionaire and a new generation as Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre presents Annie as its 2018 Season Family Show. Now on stage, the seven-time Tony Award winner stars 12-year-old Claire Kauffman in the title role.
Photo Throwback: Laurie Beechman Attends 1982 Theatre World Awards
by Walter McBride - Mar 9, 2018
Today we're flashing all the way back to 1982 to see late Broadway star, Laurie Beechman, attending the Theatre World Awards in New York City.
Photo Flash: Leapin' Lizards! ANNIE Returns to the Ordway for the Holidays
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 11, 2017
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts presents one of the best-loved musicals of all time, Annie, directed by the Twin Cities' own Austene Van. Full of holiday spirit and family fun, this new Ordway Original production will be on stage December 7-31.
Photo Flash: The Sun Comes Out at Skylight Music Theatre with ANNIE
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2017
Skylight Music Theatre today presents this holiday season's production of Annie. This seven-time Tony Award-winning musical runs from November 17 through December 23, 2017 in the beautiful Cabot Theatre at the Broadway Theatre Center, 158 N. Broadway, in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward.
Photo Flash: Sneak Peek at ANNIE at Woodside Community Theatre
by BWW News Desk - Oct 12, 2017
Woodside Community Theatre (WCT) presents Annie, music by Charles Strouse with lyrics by Martin Charnin and book by Thomas Meehan. The show will run from October 20, 2017 through October 29, 2017. BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at the cast in character below!
Photo Flash: Remembering Thomas Meehan
by Walter McBride - Aug 23, 2017
As BroadwayWorld sadly reported yesterday, Thomas Meehan, who is best known for his books of such classics as Annie, The Producers and Hairspray, has passed away at 88 years old.
Photo Flash: Arizona Broadway Theatre presents SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 21, 2017
Humble paint store clerk by day, stallion dance king by night, Tony Manero lives for Saturday night at the disco! Based on the 1977 film that became a cultural phenomenon starring John Travolta, this mega-musical explodes with breathtaking and dazzling choreography and songs from the chart-topping soundtrack including "If I Can't Have You" and "Disco Inferno." Catch the fever all over again!
Photo Flash: We Think She's Gonna Like It Here! First Look at ANNIE in the West End
by BWW News Desk - Jun 1, 2017
Miranda Hart plays Miss Hannigan with Alex Bourne as Daddy Warbucks, Holly Dale Spencer as Grace Farrell, Jonny Fines as Rooster and Djalenga Scott as Lily in the West End production of Annie at the Piccadilly Theatre. The title role of Annie is shared by Madeleine Haynes, 13-years old from Hadley Wood, Barnet, Lola Moxom, 12-years old from Rochester, Kent and Ruby Stokes, 12-years old from Hampshire. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Photo Flash: Walnut Theatre Gets Ready to Dance with SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER
by Julie Musbach - Apr 20, 2017
Walnut Street Theatre concludes its landmark 208th season with an exciting musical inspired by the 1977 film that became a cultural phenomenon, SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER. Directed and choreographed by Richard Stafford, this high energy musical begins previews on May 16th, opens on May 24th and runs through July 16th on the WST Mainstage.
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