Composer

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Charles Strouse

Genre

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Musical Theatre

Style

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Musical Theater

Compose Date

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1977

Average_duration

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55:28

'Annie' is a musical that was composed by Charles Strouse. The plot of the musical revolves around a young orphan girl named Annie who lives in a New York City orphanage during the Great Depression. She dreams of finding her parents who left her at the orphanage when she was a baby. One day, she is chosen to spend Christmas with a wealthy businessman named Oliver Warbucks. Annie's infectious optimism and positive attitude endear her to Warbucks, and he decides to help her find her parents. Along the way, they encounter a variety of colorful characters, including the scheming Miss Hannigan, who runs the orphanage, and her brother Rooster, who conspires to steal Warbucks' money. 'Annie' was composed by Charles Strouse, with lyrics by Martin Charnin and a book by Thomas Meehan. The musical premiered on Broadway on April 21, 1977, at the Alvin Theatre (now the Neil Simon Theatre). It was directed by Martin Charnin and choreographed by Peter Gennaro. The original cast included Andrea McArdle as Annie, Reid Shelton as Oliver Warbucks, and Dorothy Loudon as Miss Hannigan. The musical features several memorable songs, including "Tomorrow," "It's the Hard-Knock Life," and "Maybe." The music is characterized by its upbeat, catchy melodies and optimistic lyrics, which reflect the hopeful spirit of the Great Depression era. 'Annie' has been performed around the world and has been adapted into several films and television productions. The musical has also spawned numerous stage revivals, including a 2012 Broadway revival that starred Lilla Crawford as Annie and Jane Lynch as Miss Hannigan. Overall, 'Annie' is a beloved musical that has captured the hearts of audiences for over four decades. Its timeless story of hope and perseverance continues to inspire and entertain audiences of all ages.

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