ANNIE Brings Warmth and Cheer to Hale Theatre

Opening at Hale Centre Theatre on October 11, 2018 and playing through Nov. 24, 2018 is the classic Broadway musical hit Annie. Produced by David and Corrin Dietlein, with direction and choreography by Cambrian James, and musical direction by Lincoln Wright, Annie has been charming, singing, and dancing her way into the American psyche for decades. Nominated for eleven Tony awards and winner of seven, including Best Musical, this highly entertaining Broadway musical based on the famous comic strip Little Orphan Annie, was adapted to the stage by Thomas Meehan (book), Charles Strouse (music), and Martin Charnin (lyrics).

About ANNIE. This family-friendly 1977 Tony Award winner for Best Musical is based on Harold Gray's popular comic strip "Little Orphan Annie" which he started in the 1920's. Little orphan Annie is taken from her orphanage, and the clutches of evil Miss Hannigan, to stay at billionaire Oliver Warbuck's mansion for the holidays. Annie quickly wins the heart of Warbucks who wants to adopt her. Annie is grateful but determined to find her parents who left her on the doorsteps of the orphanage eleven years ago. Warbucks marshalls all of his considerable resources to find Annie's parents, including the President of the United States and the FBI! On top of that, Warbucks offers a $50,000 reward to anyone who can find Annie's parents. Upon hearing this news, Miss Hannigan, in partnership with her brother Rooster and his girlfriend Lily, try to convince Warbucks into thinking they are her parents. This con quickly unravels and Annie happily gets the best Christmas present ever - a new father! This beloved musical has thrilled and entertained audiences for decades with its delightful fun-filled story, immensely popular songs, and of course, what family musical would be complete without a dog, the lovable Sandy!

The CAST: Julie Pitman (Annie), Joey Morrison (Oliver Warbucks),Kathleen Richards (Miss Hannigan), Sarah Davidson (Grace Farrell), Austin Delp (Rooster), Jessie Jo Pauley (Lily St. Regis), Nathan Spector (Drake/Ensemble), Randal Haun (Franklin D. Roosevelt), Raymond Barcelo (Bert Healy / Ensemble), Charity Johansen (Mrs. Pugh/Ensemble), Ashley Harkey (Mrs. Greer / Ensemble), Penny Lane (Sandy), Baylee Horvath (Duffy), Mia McFarland (Pepper), Olivia Woodward-Shaw (July), Maddie Sue Miller (Molly), Savannah Decker (Kate), Paige Erdmann (Tessie), Hunter Cuison (Howe / Ensemble), Audrey Coleman (Star-to-Be / Ensemble), Benjamin Harris (Ickes/Jimmy/Ensemble), Carina Garey (Cecille / Ensemble), Kyle Webb (Morganthau / Ensemble), Emily Woodward-Shaw (Annette / Ensemble).

ANNIE is produced by David and Corrin Dietlein. The creative team includes Cambrian James (Director / Choreographer), Lincoln Wright (Musical Director), Brian Daily (Set Technical Director), Mary Atkinson (Costume Designer), Tim Dietlein (Lighting Designer), Brian Daily (Master Carpenter), McKenna Carpenter & Monica Christiansen (Scenic Painters & Props), Gary Towne (Sound Design), Tia Hawkes (Costume Stitcher), Cambrian James (Wigs and Make-up), Justin Peterson (Stage Manager), Gary Towne (Audio Engineer), Blaine King-Krueger (Backstage Manager), Jessica Ottley (Production Assistant), Britney Carpenter (Executive Assistant).

SINGLE TICKETS to ANNIE cost $38.00 for adults. Children under 16 tickets are $22.00. Tickets are on sale now to the general public. Tickets can be purchased online at www.HaleTheatreArizona.com, by phone at (480) 497-1181, or by visiting the Box Office at 50 West Page Ave. in Historic Downtown Gilbert. Discounts are available for children and groups of 10 or more.

Photo Credit: Nick Woodward-Shaw

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