Annie KIDS is a popular musical adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical and the  beloved book and score by Tony Award-winners. The story follows little orphan Annie in her  first adventure as she charms everyone with her pluck and positivity in 1930s New York City.  Annie sets out to find the parents who abandoned her years ago and eventually finds a new  home and family with billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary Grace Farrell, and a  

lovable dog named Sandy. With plenty of parts to go around, including featured roles as well as  ensemble parts for orphans, servants, and tourists, Annie KIDS is ideal for productions involving  different grade levels.

MUSICAL PROGRAM (CAST) DETAILS 

NSDT and Golf Middle School’s Annie Kids musical provides students with a creative outlet, enriching experience, and an opportunity to develop valuable skills such as public speaking, teamwork, and confidence. The program consists of three weekly rehearsals and culminates in two final performances for family, friends, and the local community.  

STAGE SQUAD (CREW) DETAILS 

Students enrolled in Stage Squad, will receive hands-on training from our directors and parent volunteers. The program teaches sets, scenery, props, costumes, accessories, publicity, and more! Students will attend rehearsals and shows starting on February 12th and have the opportunity to expand their skill set.

Click below to watch snippets from the North Shore Dance & Theater 2021 production of Annie Jr.

(Please note this was our first post-COVID production and all performers were required to wear a face mask or covering.)

Do we have to perform in a show for GMS students (similar to past years)?

No. There will not be a Friday show for GMS students during the school day this year. GMS students will need to purchase a ticket and attend an evening show.

Are there cast roles in Annie Kids for all genders?

There are several wonderful roles for boys in this production including: Rooster Hannigan, Oliver Warbucks, Sandy (the dog can be played by any gender), Drake, Servants (can be played by any gender), Apple Seller (can be played by any gender), Lt. Ward, Bert Healy, Bundles, President Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Louis Howe.

What will placements (auditions) be like?

The placements will consist of three parts - acting, singing and dancing. On Monday, December 18th, the performers will learn a short section of one of the songs from the show and a simple dance routine for the same song for the dance portion of the placement. When we return on December 21st, we will review the song and dance and then perform the musical number in small groups, as the singing and dancing section of the audition. The acting portion will consist of reading selected scenes from the show in small groups as well. We encourage all performers to do their best but most importantly have fun during the audition process! We are firm believers in creating a sense of community and family with our cast and take pride in our performers working together and cheering each other on.

PLACEMENTS 

All performers are required to attend both placement rehearsals. All students who register will  receive a role in the production. The cast list will be announced by email after Monday, January 1st.

• Monday, December 18th from 6-8pm 

• Thursday, December 19th from 6-8pm  

MUSICAL PROGRAM (CAST) REHEARSALS 

• Rehearsals begin on Monday, January 8. 

• Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays from 6-8pm

• Not all performers are required to attend each rehearsal. A detailed rehearsal schedule will be provided after placements outlining all  rehearsals and shows and the characters/performers who are required for each rehearsal.

STAGE SQUAD (CREW) REHEARSALS

• Students will attend rehearsals and shows starting on February 12.

• Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays from 6-8pm

DRESS & TECH REHEARSALS 

• There will be two mandatory rehearsals that will serve as dress rehearsals, where performers  will wear their costumes and run through the entire show without an audience.

  • Monday, March 11th from 6-8pm 

  • Tuesday, March 12th from 6-8pm 

• The final mandatory rehearsal will be a tech rehearsal, where all technical elements such as  costumes, lights, sound, and sets will come together for a seamless production.

• Wednesday, March 13th from 6-8pm

SHOWS 

There will be two final performances for family, friends, and the school and local community: 

• Friday, March 15th at 7pm (cast arrives at 5:30pm) 

• Saturday, March 16th at 7pm (cast arrives at 5:30pm) 

STEP #1: FEES              

• Musical Production (Cast) - $125.00

• Stage Squad (Crew) - $75.00                        

• Fee payment is REQUIRED prior to attending Placements (auditions) on December 18 and 21

• We want all students to have the opportunity to participate in the 
  GMS Musical. If you are not able to enroll due to financial concerns, please reach out to Ms. Chvojka for support.

STEP #2: REGISTRATION   

• Registration is REQUIRED prior to attending Placements (auditions) on December 18 and 21