Theatre in the Grove is excited to announce auditions for Annie.
Directed by: Chris Byrne.
Music and Vocal Direction: Alicia Barrett
Sept 16th 6pm
Annie and Orphan Auditions Ages 8-15
All auditioners must also attend the dance audition as well.
- 6-7pm Dance Auditions
- 7-9pm Singing Audition Slots
Please prepare 32 bars(30-60 sec) of a musical theatre song. An accompanist will be available. If using an audition track please provide your own bluetooth speaker.
Sign up for an audition spot here: https://signup.com/go/CoOWOgb
Sept 17th 6pm
Adult/16+ auditions.
Please prepare 32 bars(30-60 sec) of a musical theatre song. An accompanist will be available. If using an audition track please provide your own bluetooth speaker.
Sign up for an audition spot here: https://signup.com/go/CoOWOgb
Other Information
- Theatre in the Grove background checks all adult actors and crew.
- Callbacks at discretion of the director.
- Rehearsals will begin Sept. 22nd
- Performances will be Dec. 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, 20, 21, 22. Fri 7:30 pm. Sat. 7:30pm and second/third Sat. 2:30pm, Sunday 2:30pm
Inclusive Casting
The creative team is committed to casting practices that advance diversity and inclusion. All ethnicities, genders, and abilities will be considered for every role. Additionally, the genders listed in the breakdown below are specific to the pronouns used in the script, however the creative team may consider any gender identity for roles provided the performer can execute the vocal requirements.
Characters
Annie
A street-wise orphan; she is eventually taken in by Oliver Warbucks. Spunky, friendly, big-voiced.
- Gender: Female
- Vocal range top: G5
- Vocal range bottom: A3
Warbucks
A successful businessman with a warm heart. Rich, stiff-collared, bullish.
- Age 18+
- Gender: Male
- Vocal range top: Gb5
- Vocal range bottom: B3
Grace Farrell
Faithful secretary to Mr. Oliver Warbucks. Poised, sweet, gentle.
- Age: 18+
- Gender: Female
- Vocal range top: G5
- Vocal range bottom: Bb3
Orphans
The other girls in the orphanage with Annie. These girls are gritty, neglected and vulnerable, yet basically honest and potentially loveable. Includes Molly, Kate, Tessie, Pepper, July, and Duffy.
- Gender: Female
- Age: 8 to 15
Miss Hannigan
The orphanage matron who hates children but is fond of liquor. Very disillusioned, bitter, and cold.
- Age 18+
- Gender: Female
- Vocal range top: F5
- Vocal range bottom: A3
Rooster
Miss Hannigan’s no-good brother looking for a quick buck. A sleazy, slick con man.
- Age: 18+
- Gender: Male
- Vocal range top: G5
- Vocal range bottom: B3
Lily
Rooster’s girlfriend, who is also out for a quick buck. She is considered to be a floozy and bimbo.
- Age: 18+
- Gender: Female
- Vocal range top: G5
- Vocal range bottom: B3
Bert Healy
The ultimate radio personality. He helps Annie by broadcasting about the search for her birth parents.
- Age: 18+
- Gender: Male
- Vocal range top: G5
- Vocal range bottom: E4
Roosevelt
The 32nd President of the United States. A Democrat and friend of Warbucks.
- Gender: Male
- Vocal range top: F4
- Vocal range bottom: Eb3
Ensemble
Servants (Drake, Mrs. Greer, Mrs. Pugh), Boylan Sisters, Cabinet Members, Hooverville Citizens
- Age – all ages
- Gender: Any