NON-UNION PRODUCTION: Annie
CASTING CALL RELEASED - April 29 | DEADLINE FOR AUDITION SUBMISSIONS - May 13
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. She is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of a New York City Orphanage that is run by the cruel, embittered Miss Hannigan. With the help of the other girls in the Orphanage, Annie escapes to the wondrous world of NYC. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Miss Hannigan’s evil machinations… and even befriends President Franklin Delano Roosevelt! She finds a new home and family in billionaire, Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
Audition Requirements:
Please submit a 32-bar cut in the style of the role you're auditioning for. No acapella. Only sending a performance reel submission will not be considered.
Please send audition videos by May 13, 2024 together with a resume, dance/movement reel, latest headshot, call sheet, and any questions to [email protected].
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wpYNuRKpTt45OVKzOd3th42U5fP6wGoI3Ell2Md-uo8/edit?usp=sharing
Callbacks will be virtually by invitation.
Compensation and housing provided.
Production Dates:
Rehearsals:
November 23-December 4, 2024
17 Shows:
December 5-December 22, 2024
ANNIE CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS:
All roles are available. All ages listed are “stage age” The Orphan roles will be double cast.
Annie: A spunky, optimistic orphan who can sing, act and dance. This child has to carry major parts of the show and needs to be a confident, hard working performer. Strong mover.
Gender: Female presenting
Age: 9-14
Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano (A to high F)
Oliver Warbucks: A very rich man who cares more about his money than his relationships with others, until he has his heart stolen by an 11 year old girl. He is gruff, powerful and imposing. Mover.
Gender: Male presenting
Age: 35-65
Vocal range: Strong Baritone (C to high F)
Grace Farrell: The private secretary to Oliver Warbucks. She is attractive, graceful and competent in her role. She is motherly to Annie and wishes to be more than Warbucks’ employee. Mover.
Gender: Female presenting
Age: 25-40
Vocal range: Lyric Soprano (A to high G)
Miss Hannigan: A lonely woman who runs the girls orphanage. She hates her job and is mean to the girls. She longs for a way out of her boring life and would love some male attention. Excellent comic timing needed. Mover.
Gender: Female presenting
Age: 35-50
Vocal range: Gravelly Alto (A to Ab)
Rooster Hannigan: The younger brother of Miss Hannigan, Rooster is the villain in the show. He is mean, slimy and has recently been released from jail. Rooster should be able to move well. Dancer.
Gender: Male presenting
Age: 30-45
Vocal range: Rough Tenor/Baritone (B to high G)
Lily St. Regis: Rooster’s girlfriend. She is not very smart but sexy and provocative. Dancer
Gender: Female presenting
Age: 25-35
Vocal range: Squeaky Soprano (D to high G)
Bert Healy: The ultimate radio personality. He helps Annie by broadcasting about the search for her birth parents. Mover
Gender: Male presenting
Age: 30-45
Vocal range: E4-G5
Adult Ensemble Roles: Excellent singer/dancer to play various roles. Includes: Drake, Mrs. Greer, Mrs. Pugh, and Servants, Boylan Sisters, Apple Seller, Lt. Ward, President Franklin D. Roosevelt, Louis Howe, Star-to-Be. Dancer/Mover
Gender: All
Age: 18-70
Audition Requirements:
Please submit a 32-bar cut in the style of the role you're auditioning for. No acapella. Only sending a performance reel submission will not be considered.
Please send audition videos by May 13, 2024 together with a resume, dance/movement reel, latest headshot, call sheet, and any questions to [email protected].
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wpYNuRKpTt45OVKzOd3th42U5fP6wGoI3Ell2Md-uo8/edit?usp=sharing
