Annie Kids Auditions

Show Synopsis

Annie KIDS is a heartwarming, family-friendly musical that follows the story of Annie, a spunky and optimistic young orphan living in New York City during the Great Depression. Despite the hardships of life at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage, Annie’s unshakable hope and determination shine through as she believes her parents will one day return for her.

When Annie is invited to spend the holidays with billionaire Oliver Warbucks, her life takes an unexpected turn. With the help of her loyal dog Sandy and a cast of colorful characters, Annie embarks on an adventure filled with humor, courage, and unforgettable music—including beloved songs like “Tomorrow,” “It’s the Hard-Knock Life,” and “Maybe.”

Annie KIDS celebrates friendship, resilience, and the power of hope, making it the perfect introduction to musical theatre for young performers and audiences alike.

Character Breakdown

Annie

Annie is a brave, hopeful orphan who believes things will always get better. This role sings and speaks often and is great for a confident performer who loves being on stage.

MISS HANNIGAN

The grumpy but funny matron of the orphanage who is tired of taking care of kids. This is a big comedic role with lots of personality and acting moments.

OLIVER WARBUCKS

A wealthy businessman who starts out serious but shows his kind heart as the show goes on. This role is perfect for a strong actor who enjoys playing a leader.

GRACE FARRELL

Warbucks’ kind and elegant assistant who looks out for Annie. This role is warm, calm, and caring with singing and speaking parts.

ROOSTER HANNIGAN

Miss Hannigan’s sneaky brother who helps create mischief in the story. This role is playful, confident, and fun to act.

LILY ST. REGIS

Rooster’s dramatic and flashy partner who loves attention. This role is energetic, funny, and great for a performer with big expressions.

THE ORPHANS

he orphans are the heart of the show and each has a fun personality and chances to sing and move on stage.

Molly – The youngest and sweetest orphan
Pepper – Tough, loud, and confident
Duffy – Bold with a big personality
Kate – Quiet, kind, and thoughtful
Tessie – Emotional and dramatic
July – Playful, energetic, and curious

SANDY (THE DOG)

Annie’s loyal dog who can be played by a child actor.This role is sweet and fun with lots of stage presence and singing solos.

ENSEMBLE / SUPPORTING ROLES

These roles help bring the story and New York City to life and include servants, citizens, radio personalities, and more. Ensemble performers sing, dance, and appear in group scenes throughout the show.

Production Fee

Participation in this production requires a $550 production fee, which helps cover essential production costs, including:

Costuming
Show licensing
Theatre rental
Microphone rental
Other production expenses

Payment Schedule:
The fee will be collected in three equal payments of $250.00 each:

DUE BY Jan 4, 2026 – Class Deposit: $50.00
January 12, 2025 – First Payment: $250.00
February 9, 2026 – Final Payment: $250.00

important Dates

Rehearsals& AUDITIONS

Begin: January 4, 2026
Schedule:
- Mondays: 4:45 PM – 5:45 PM
- Wednesdays: 4:45 PM- 5:45 PM
- Saturdays: 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: RAFCO Studio, 4250 Sunrise Highway, Massapequa, NY
Auditions will take place on our first class which is January 4. Please prepare the music provided below under audition preparation materials.

Tech Rehearsals & Performances

Tech Rehearsals: February 23-February 26, 2026
Location: The Bellmore Movies & Showplace, 222 Pettit Avenue, Bellmore, NY, 11710
Performances:
- Friday, February 27, 2026 at 7:00 PM (Time Tentative)
- Saturday, February 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM (Time Tentative)