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Annie Revival 2012

Run Time:
2 hours and 25 minutes, with one intermission
Opened: November 8, 2012
Closing: January 05, 2014

Annie - 2012 Broadway History , Info & More

Palace Theatre (Broadway)
1564 Broadway New York, NY

The timeless story. The classic characters. The unforgettable songs.

Under the loving direction of three-time Tony Award winner James Lapine, the musical you remember is back on Broadway in a brand-new production you'll never forget. The beloved book and score by Tony Award winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin remain the same, with new choreography provided by Tony Award winner Andy Blankenbuehler.


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Theater Review: Annie
7 / 10

The real measure of any Annie is the chemistry between its Annie and its Warbucks, and here, the Lapine reboot succeeds—though not, perhaps, in the way fans of the original, the ’82 movie, the ’97 revival, or the ’99 TV movie remember. Lilla Crawford does not love the spotlight the way we collectively recall Andrea McArdle's loving it; for those of us whose Ür-Annie was the movie version’s Aileen Quinn, there’s none of her solar-powered Raphaelite beneficence. Crawford’s adorable, of course, and sings flawlessly in that trademark Annie timbre, i.e. somewhere between a spirit-bowl and a bandsaw. (An on-key bandsaw! I mean all of this as praise: That’s how Annie’s gotta sing, gosh durnit!)

When Plucky Meets Boozy
8 / 10

Say what you will about the current version of “Annie,” which is directed with a slightly tremulous hand by James Lapine and features the virtuosic Katie Finneran as the villainous Miss Hannigan, you can’t fault the timing of its return to Broadway…It would seem that Mr. Lapine is hoping to introduce at least a tincture of psychological shading to a show that is only, and unapologetically, a singing comic strip. In its first incarnation “Annie” was an unstoppable sunshine steamroller. This version, which flirts with shadows, moves more shakily…In 1977 Miss Hannigan was portrayed by Dorothy Loudon as a juicy gargoyle, with equal parts Dickensian villainy and showbiz oomph. Ms. Finneran, a two-time Tony winner, takes a more humanizing approach…As Warbucks...Anthony Warlow also ventures into naturalism, inflecting his songs with unexpected emotional variety...The delicate-featured but indefatigable Ms. Crawford, who is possessed of both a golden glow and a voice of brass, is pretty close to perfect in the title role.

BWW Flashback: ANNIE Revival Ends Broadway Run Today
by BWW Special Coverage - January 5, 2014


ANNIE will play its final performance on Broadway today, January 5, 2014. Upon closing, the production, which opened on November 8, 2012 at the Palace Theatre (Broadway at 47th Street), will have played 487 performances and 38 previews. Below, BroadwayWorld takes you on a look back through the musical's revival run on the Great White Way!

Photo Flash: First Look at Ron Raines as 'Daddy Warbucks' in ANNIE!
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2013


ANNIE, the new production of the classic Tony Award-winning musical, playing at the Palace Theatre (Broadway at 47th Street), just welcomed Ron Raines to the cast as Daddy Warbucks, and you can get a first look at him in action below!

BroadwayWorld is Most Thankful For: Last Season's Hits- ANNIE
by BWW Special Coverage - November 30, 2013


The 2013 theatre season brought some truly extraordinary productions, including Annie, which is still playing at the Palace Theatre. The musical earned one Tony nomination.

Come in Costume and Get An ANNIE Trick-or-Treating Surprise Today
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2013


ANNIE, Broadway's favorite musical for all ages, invites your family to celebrate Halloween at the Palace Theatre (Broadway at 47th Street) tonight, October 31st. Come in your Halloween costume and get a trick-or-treating surprise.

Come in Costume and Get An ANNIE Trick-or-Treating Surprise, 10/31
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2013


ANNIE, Broadway's favorite musical for all ages, invites your family to celebrate Halloween at the Palace Theatre (Broadway at 47th Street) on Thursday, October 31st. Come in your Halloween costume and get a trick-or-treating surprise.

Breaking News: Ron Raines Joins ANNIE as 'Daddy Warbucks'; Anthony Warlow to Depart on 12/8
by Nicole Rosky - October 21, 2013


TONY and EMMY Award nominee Ron Raines returns to Broadway as Daddy Warbucks in the new Broadway production of ANNIE at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway between 46th and 47th Streets). He will begin performances on Tuesday, December 10. Australian superstar Anthony Warlow will play his final performance as Daddy Warbucks on Sunday, December 8.

Food Network's 'Cupcake Wars' Features ANNIE Today
by TV News Desk - October 5, 2013


The sun will come out tomorrow on Food Network's CUPCAKE WARS, but four bakers had better get their cupcakes out faster than that if they want to make it to the Great White Way!

Food Network's 'Cupcake Wars' to Feature ANNIE, 10/5
by Caryn Robbins - October 3, 2013


The sun will come out tomorrow on Food Network's CUPCAKE WARS, but four bakers had better get their cupcakes out faster than that if they want to make it to the Great White Way!

STAGE TUBE: ANNIE Swings Alyssa Friedman and David Rossetti on STANDING BY
by Stage Tube - October 1, 2013


Upstairs Landing Productions kicks off season two of 'Standing By with Caskey Hunsader' today, October 1st at www.standingbytv.com/annie. Swings Skye Alyssa Friedman (Orphans & Annie) and David Rossetti discuss life standing by for the hit revival of Annie now playing at the Palace Theatre. Watch the interview below!

Exclusive Photo Coverage: Faith Prince & the Orphans of ANNIE Sing Carols For A Cure
by Genevieve Rafter Keddy - November 17, 2013


Stars and casts from the current Broadway line-up have been busy in the studio, recording for the 2013 Broadway's Carols for a Cure, Volume 15. Singing traditional and original holiday songs, this annual holiday music CD benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS (BC/EFA), one of the nation's leading industry-based, nonprofit AIDS fundraising and grant-making organizations. Below, BroadwayWorld brings you exclusive photos from Annie's recording session for 'Children, Go Where I Send Thee' with castmembers Fred Inkley, Joel Hatch, Dustin J. Harder, Ryan VanDenBoom, Gavin Lodge, Kevin Quillon, David Rossetti, Matt Wall, Tessa Grady, Alexandra Matteo, Danette Holden, Sarah Solie, Taylor Richardson, Gaby Bradbury, Amaya Braganza, Sadie Sink, Brooklyn Shuck, Skye Alyssa Friedman, Emily Rosenfeld, Tyrah Skye Odoms and Taylor Richardson.

Kirsten Wyatt to Join Cast of ANNIE as 'Lily St. Regis'; J. Elaine Marcos Departs on 9/29
by Nicole Rosky - September 16, 2013


BroadwayWorld has confirmed that, Kirsten Wyatt will take over for J. Elaine Marcos as 'Lily St. Regis' in ANNIE on Broadway. Marcos will play her final performance on September 29, and Wyatt will join the cast October 1.

STAGE TUBE: Meet the New Orphans of ANNIE!
by Nicole Rosky - September 10, 2013


ANNIE, currently playing at the Palace Theatre, recently welcomed a new gang of orphans- Gaby Bradbury, Amaya Braganza and Skye Alyssa Friedman as 'Pepper', 'July', and a standby repectively. In the videos below, meet the adorable new cast members!

Breaking News: It's the Hard Knock Life - ANNIE to Close on Broadway January 5, 2014
by Robert Diamond - September 5, 2013


The producers of ANNIE announced this evening that the show will play its final performance on Broadway on Sunday, January 5, 2014. Upon closing, the production, which opened on November 8, 2012 at the Palace Theatre (Broadway at 47th Street), will have played 487 performances and 38 previews.

Save Up to 40% on Broadway's ANNIE This Fall!
by Contests - Broadway - August 29, 2013


EASY STREET JUST GOT EASIER! Now Featuring 6:30PM Performances! Every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday Night. With a new schedule and special pricing just for theatergoers like you, this fall is the perfect time to share the memories and share the magic of Annie all over again.

Jenni Barber to Join ANNIE as 'Grace Farrell' on 8/20
by Nicole Rosky - August 13, 2013


BroadwayWorld has confirmed that Jenni Barber, who most recently starred in THE NANCE on Broadway will take on 'Grace Farrell' in ANNIE beginning August 20. Brynn O'Malley, who currently plays the role, will temporarily depart to star in HONEYMOON IN VEGAS at Paper Mill Playouse. She will return to the production on November 5.

TV: Broadway's New ANNIEs Invade Bryant Park- Taylor Richardson, Sadie Sink & More!
by Nicole Rosky - August 10, 2013


Featured this week was the cast of Annie (Sadie Sink, Taylor Richardson, Gaby Bradbury, Tyrah Skye Odoms, Emily Rosenfeld, Brooklyn Shuck, Amaya Braganza, and Danette Holden), performing 'Maybe,' 'Little Girls,' 'You're Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile,' and 'Tomorrow.' Check out highlights below!

BWW Interviews: Homegrown Houston Talent Sadie Sink Talks ANNIE
by David Clarke - August 4, 2013


The first requirement of any girl that steps into the role of Annie is that they have to be totally adorable. With a kind demeanor and sweet charm, former Houston-area actress Sadie Sink has no problems in that domain. This morning, I got to chat with the 11-year-old starlet who is now sharing the role of titular role with Taylor Richardson in the Broadway revival of ANNIE. In our brief talk, we discussed how she got started acting and what it is like playing Annie in both Houston and in New York City.

Photo Flash: First Look at Faith Prince as 'Miss Hannigan' in ANNIE!
by BWW News Desk - July 25, 2013


Tony Award-winner Faith Prince returns to Broadway as evil orphanage matron Miss Hannigan in the new Broadway production of Annie at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway between 46th and 47th Streets). She officially began performances on July 19. BroadwayWorld has a first look at Prince in action below!

Photo Coverage: ANNIE Orphans Decorate Cakes at Make Meaning
by Jennifer Broski - July 26, 2013


Earlier this week, the adorable orphans of ANNIE celebrated the show's partnership with Make Meaning, by decorating cakes courtesy of Make Meaning and raffling off two pairs of tickets to the show. BroadwayWorld was there for the special occasion and you can check out photo coverage below!

Save on Tickets to Broadway's Favorite Family Musical
by Contests Broadway - July 25, 2013


Save on Tickets to Broadway's Favorite Family Musical

BWW Reviews: Sparkling, Delightful ANNIE Graces the Stage at Theatre by the Sea
by Veronica Bruscini - July 20, 2013


Don't dismiss Theatre by the Sea's current production as 'just another' summer stock ANNIE. Matunuck's staging of this long-time family-favorite musical is one of the best of Rhode Island's theatricals so far this year.

TV Exclusive: Faith Prince Chats Taking on 'Miss Hannigan' in ANNIE!
by Nicole Rosky - July 19, 2013


Tony Award-winner Faith Prince returns to Broadway as evil orphanage matron Miss Hannigan in the new Broadway production of ANNIE at the Palace Theatre (1564 Broadway between 46th and 47th Streets). She officially begins performances tonight, July 19, and while she was attending Mimi Hines' recent 54 Below show, she chatted exclusively with Richard Ridge about joining the cast. Check out what she had to say below!

Annie History

Other Productions of Annie

1976   East Haddam, CT (Regional) World Premiere
East Haddam, CT (Regional)
1977   Broadway Original Broadway Production
Broadway
1978   US Tour 1st National Tour
US Tour
1978   West End London Production
West End
1978   US Tour 2nd National Tour
US Tour
1979   US Tour 3rd National Tour
US Tour
1981   US Tour 4th National Tour
US Tour
1982   West End Return Engagement [London]
West End
1997   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
1998   West End London Revival
West End
2002   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Production
Milburn, NJ (Regional)
2004   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2005   US Tour Touring Revival
US Tour
2012   Broadway Broadway Revival
Broadway
2017   Milburn, NJ (Regional) Paper Mill Playhouse Revival
Milburn, NJ (Regional)

Annie - 2012 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners will appear on a background
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
2013 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actor in a Musical Anthony Warlow
2013 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Lilla Crawford
2013 Drama League Awards Distinguished Performance Award Anthony Warlow
2013 Drama League Awards Distinguished Revival of a Broadway or Off-Broadway Musical 0
2013 Outer Critics Circle Awards Outstanding Revival of a Musical (Broadway or Off-Broadway) 0
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Eva Price/Christina Papagjika
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Daryl Roth
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Jane Bergere
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical James M. Nederlander
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Stacey Mindich
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Debbie Bisno
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Roy Furman
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Roger Berlind
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Sally Horchow
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Roger Horchow
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Arielle Tepper Madover
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Roger Berlind
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Sally Horchow
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Roger Horchow
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Arielle Tepper Madover
2013 Tony Awards Best Revival of a Musical Annie

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