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COMMUNITY
AUDITIONS
ANNIE
A NEW MUSICAL COMEDY
Music by Charles Strouse | Lyrics by Martin Charnin | Book by Thomas Meehan
Based on the Little Orphan Annie by permission of The Media Tribune Services, Inc.
SHOW DATES
December 3-6, 2026 at River Run Centre (Studio Theatre)
35 Woolwich St. Guelph, Ontario
AUDITION DATES
Friday, June 19th from 5:00-10:00 PM
Saturday, June 20th from 5:00-10:00 PM
(St. Peter’s Lutheran Church; 810 King St East. Cambridge, ON.
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 and 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 loveable mutt named Sandy.
ANNIE is licensed with permission through MTI Shows.
PRODUCTION INFO
WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO AUDITION?
ANNIE is open to performers ages 8+
No experience necessary. Penny & Pound Theatre is committed to offering diverse and equitable theatre to all. We highly encourage full participation from performers who identify as IBPOC, 2SLGBTQIA++, disAbled as well as those of all body types, societal and economic backgrounds and religious beliefs! We are committed to meeting the needs and expectations of all those who participate in our productions.
WHAT TO PREPARE
ANNIE auditions are being held by appointment only.
Each auditionee will receive a 10-minute audition slot.
- We ask that each auditionee please prepare a Broadway-style song, 1-2 minutes in length, preferably that shows off comedic ability.
- Auditionees may be asked to read an excerpt from the script
- A 10-15 minute dance call will be held for those interested
SHOW FEE
In order to participate in ANNIE, performers are asked to pay a show fee of $80. This fee covers the costs of producing high-quality theatrical productions, and DOES NOT pay the Creative Team. If you require a payment plan, we would be happy to discuss the options. All those who pay the fee receive the following:
- 1 complimentary ticket to the show
- A professional-quality headshot
- A bound copy of the script
IMPORTANT DATES
REHEARSAL DATES
Rehearsals will be held Tuesday/Thursday evenings from 6:00-10:00 PM, and Sunday afternoons from 2:00-5:00 PM beginning TUESDAY, AUGUST 11th.
- All rehearsals will take place in CAMBRIDGE, ONTARIO.
TECH WEEK
Tuesday, December 1st (Tech Rehearsal)
Wednesday, December 2nd (Dress Rehearsal)
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
Thursday, December 3rd at 7:30 PM
Friday, December 4th at 10:00 AM (School Performance)
Friday, December 4th at 7:30 PM
Saturday, December 5th at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
Sunday, December 6th at 2:00 PM
- Tech Week/Performances will be held in GUELPH, ONTARIO.
NOTE: Performers will not necessarily be called to all of the above rehearsals. Some conflicts will be taken into consideration.
Performers MUST be available for the entirety of show week.
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS
ANNIE | Feminine, Acting Age: 10-12 | Range: G5-A3
A street-wise orphan, she is eventually taken in by Oliver Warbucks. Spunky, friendly and big-voiced.
OLIVER WARBUCKS | Masculine, Acting Age: 40-55 | Range: Gb5-B3
A successful businessman with a warm heart. Rich, stiff-collared, bullish.
GRACE FARRELL | Feminine, Acting Age: 24-35 | Range: G5-Bb3
Faithful secretary to Mr. Oliver Warbucks. Poised, sweet and gentle.
MISS HANNIGAN | Feminine, Acting Age: 45-55 | Range: F5-A3
The orphanage matron who hates children but is fond of liquor. Very disillusioned, bitter, and cold.
ROOSTER | Masculine, Acting Age: 30-45 | Range: G5-B3
Miss Hannigan’s no-good brother looking for a quick buck. A sleazy, slick con man.
LILY ST. REGIS | Feminine, Acting Age: 20-30 | Range: G5-B3
Rooster’s girlfriend, who is also out for a quick buck. She is considered to be a ‘floozy.’
BERT HEALY | Masculine, Acting Age: 30-45 | Range: G5-E4
The ultimate radio personality. He helps Annie by broadcasting the search for her birth parents.
FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT | Masculine, Acting Age: 40-60 | Range: F4-Eb3
The 32nd President of the United States. A Democrat and friend of Warbucks.
ORPHANS (MOLLY, KATE, TESSIE, PEPPER, JULY, DUFFY)
Feminine, Acting Age: 8-14
The other girls in the orphanage with Annie. These girls are gritty, neglected and vulnerable, but honest and loveable. Strong dance skills an asset.
THE SERVANTS (DRAKE, MRS. PUGH, MRS. GREER, CECILE, ANNETTE)
The servants at the Warbucks mansion. Strong dance skills an asset.
THE STAR-TO-BE | Feminine, Acting Age: 16-25 | Range: Eb5-Bb3
A newcomer to NYC with big dreams.
LT. WARD | Masculine, Acting Age: 25+ | Non-Singing
LT. Ward is the policeman who questions Annie about ‘Sandy,’ the stray dog.
LOUIS HOWE | Masculine, Acting Age: 40-60 | Non-Singing
President Roosevelt’s trustworthy aide.
BUNDLES MCCLOSKEY | Masculine, Acting Age: 40-55 | Non-Singing
The laundryman who serves the orphanage. He has an innocent, flirtatious relationship with Miss Hannigan.
THE BOYLAN SISTERS | Feminine, Acting Age: 18-25
Assistants to Bert Healy— the sing in harmony.
ADULT COMPANY | Any Gender, Age: 15+
Policeman, Dog Catcher, Usherette, Jimmy Johnson, Fred McCracken,
Judge Brandise, Apple Seller, Eddie, Sophie, Hooverville Folks, NYC Residents
YOUTH COMPANY | Any Gender, Age: 8-14
Orphans, NYC Residents, Hooverville Folks
DANCE ENSEMBLE | Any Gender, Age: 16+