Annie: Musical Info & Synopsis
Synopsis:
Annie tells the story of a young girl who lives in an orphanage run by the tough Miss Hannigan. One day, when billionaire Oliver Warbucks invites Annie to spend Christmas at his mansion, a special bond ends up developing between them. As Annie embarks on a quest to find her real parents, the musical touches on themes of resilience, optimism, and the power of kindness.
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Musical Information
Musical Type: Pre-Contemporary (1976)
Cast Size: 15+
Genre: Dramedy
Creative Team
Music: Charles Strouse
Lyrics: Martin Charnin
Book: Thomas Meehan
Cast Albums
Original Broadway Cast (1977)➝
Resources
Audition Songs: Theatre Trip
Licensing: Music Theatre International➝
Sheet Music: Amazon➝
Tags
1970s, Animals, Child Roles, Classic, Family, Family-Friendly, Female Lead, NYC, One-Word, Popular, Tony Award
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