<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=22j3f7_1GuwpnoW00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=22j3f7_1GuwpnoW00" width="970" height="693" ><figcaption>Patrick McCollum (Greg Bibens)</figcaption></figure>Broadway alum Patrick McCollum (The Band's Visit, Angels in America) will direct and choreograph a new production of Annie this holiday season at Ohio's Cleveland Play House. The musical will begin November 28 and continue through December 27 in the company's Allen Theatre.The musical—which features a book by Thomas Meehan, music by Charles Strouse, and lyrics by Martin Charnin—centers on its titular orphan and her journey escaping from the clutches of the evil Miss Hannigan to the Fifth Avenue mansion of adoptive father Oliver Warbucks. Originally premiering on Broadway in 1977, the plucky ode to optimism was a smash hit, introducing such beloved showtunes as "N.Y.C.," "Maybe," "Little Girls," and the iconic "Tomorrow." In the years since its premiere, the title has become a near constant appearance on stages around the world, from regional and school productions to national tours and Broadway revivals; one of the latter is in the works for next season, in fact.CPH's staging will star Lennon Rosiar as Annie, Amy Fritsche as Miss Hannigan, and Paul Oakley Stovall as Oliver Warbucks, with Nyla Watson as Grace Farrell, Alex Syiek as Rooster Hannigan, Mikaela Ray as Lily St. Regis, and Eric Fancher as Franklin Delano Roosevelt. The adult ensemble will include Matthew J. Brightbill, Julia Laurenne Chambers, Hayley Drew, David Lenahan, Avery LaMar Pope, and Brynna Waters, with Christina Ciofani and Brendan Lowry as swings.Joining Rosiar in the children's cast will be Emily Ahler as Molly, Esmée Marie Baker as Pepper, Edith Foley as July, Josie Hoffman as Tessie, Morgan Lehman as Duffy, and Eleanor Marshall as Kate, along with understudies Tess McGettrick and Lucy Passadyn.McCollum's creative team will include music director Jacob Carll, scenic designer Kimberly V. Powers, costume designer Lex Liang, lighting designer Alex C. Edwards, sound designer Lindsay Jones, hair and wig designer Kevin S. Foster II, associate director Mariah Burks, and associate choreographer Jordan Casanova. John Godbout will serve as production stage manager."Annie is a show so many of us grew up with, but I think it’s easy to forget just how powerful the story really is," says McCollum in a statement. "At its heart, it’s about a kid searching for a place to belong, whose hope and optimism change the lives of those around her. I’m excited to bring audiences a production that embraces the joy, humor, and tradition of Annie while honoring the very real circumstances that make Annie’s optimism so extraordinary.""Annie is a wonderful way to celebrate the holiday season with our community, bringing a story of resilience, joy, and optimism to the stage," adds CPH CEO and Managing Director Rachel L. Fink. "With Patrick McCollum at the helm and a phenomenal cast and creative team, this production will capture the hearts of audiences of all generations."CPH's production has been licensed from Music Theatre International. Tickets are at ClevelandPlayHouse.com.</div></body>

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Broadway alum Patrick McCollum (The Band's Visit, Angels in America) will direct and choreograph a new production of Annie this holiday season at Ohio's Cleveland Play House. The musical will begin November 28 and continue through December 27 in the company's Allen Theatre. The musical—which features a book by Thomas...

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