[NEohioPAL] ANNIE $10 Preview Night at Beck Center!

[Pat Miller]

Beck Center for the Arts
presents

ANNIE
ENCORE PRODUCTION!

Book by Thomas Meehan
Music by Charles Strouse
Lyrics by Martin Charnin

Directed by Scott Spence
Musical Direction by Larry Goodpaster
Choreographed by Martín Céspedes

~ $10 PREVIEW NIGHT ~
Thursday, December 5
7:30 p.m. / Mackey Main Stage

ANNIE Preview Night admission is $10. Advance tickets go on sale online at 12:01 a.m. Thursday, December 5 and at the Beck Center box office 10:00 a.m. Thursday. Tickets may be purchased at the door based on availability. General admission seating. Doors open approximately 15 minutes prior to curtain.

To purchase tickets online with a credit card, click here: http://sa1.seatadvisor.com/sabo/servlets/EventSearch?presenter=BECKCENTER

To purchase tickets from the Beck Center Box Office after 10:00 a.m., call: 216.521.2540 x10.

ABOUT THE SHOW

In 2012, Northeast Ohio audiences wholeheartedly responded to the touching story of Annie, a spunky orphan determined to find her parents who abandoned her at an orphanage run by the cruel Miss Hannigan. In adventure after fun-filled adventure, Annie foils Hannigan's evil schemes and finds a new home in the mansion of Oliver "Daddy" Warbucks. "It's a much-loved gem among seasoned theatergoers, but more importantly, it's a fantastic introduction to kids of all ages who will become our audiences of 'tomorrow,'" commented Director Scott Spence.

Annie includes a talented cast of 28 actors who share this story of hope for the holidays; with Anna Barrett and the Cairn Terrier/Poodle mix Buckley Collier returning as Annie and her lovable mutt, Sandy. Annie also features the return of Caitlin Elizabeth Reilly as the faithful Grace Farrell, Gilgamesh Taggett as bullish billionaire Oliver Warbucks, and Leslie Feagan as Franklin Delano Roosevelt. Reilly and Feagan appear courtesy of the Actors' Equity Association (AEA), the union of actors and stage managers.

Winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Score, Annie features such unforgettable songs as Hard Knock Life, N.Y.C., Easy Street, and Tomorrow. "It's always amazing to revisit a project where you had a wondrous time collaborating with such talented artists," said Spence. "You can't beat getting a chance to do Annie for a second straight year with a terrific mix of returning veterans and superb new talent."

Tickets for Annie are $29 for adults, $26 for seniors (65 and older), $12 for students (with valid I.D.), and $10 for children (12 and under). An additional $3 service fee per ticket is applied at the time of purchase. Preview Night on Thursday, December 5 is $10 with general admission seating. Group discounts (4 or more) are available. Purchase tickets online at beckcenter.org or call Customer Service at 216.521.2540, ext. 10. Beck Center for the Arts is located at 17801 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, just ten minutes west of downtown Cleveland. Free onsite parking is available.

This production of Annie is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (mtishows.com) and is sponsored by First Federal Lakewood, West Roofing Systems, Cuyahoga Arts and Culture, and the Ohio Arts Council.

Celebrating its 80th anniversary, Beck Center for the Arts is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization that offers professional theater productions on two stages, arts education programming for all ages and abilities, including creative arts therapies for special needs students, and free gallery exhibits featuring local, regional, and international artists.

Cast of Characters (In order of appearance)

Molly - Riley-Marie Haley
Kate - Elise Pakiela
Tessie - Jade McGee
Pepper - Maggie Devine
July - Erin Eisner
Duffy - Natalie Welch
Annie - Anna Barrett
Miss Hannigan - Lenne Snively*
Mr. Bundles/Fred McCracken/Morganthau - Patrick Carroll
Apple Seller/Salvation Army Girl - Ashley Bossard
Stray - Watson Thompson
Sandy - Buckley Collier
Lt.Ward/Cordell Hull/G-Man - John J. Polk
Sophie the Kettle/Mrs. Greer - Amiee Collier
Grace Farrell - Caitlin Elizabeth Reilly*
Drake/Jimmy Johnson - Al Nicholas
Mrs. Pugh/Frances Perkins - Barb Dragony
Cecille/Connie Boylan/Roxy Usher - Llenelle Gibson
Annette/Bonnie Boylan/Star-To-Be - Carleigh Spence
Servant/Assistant Dog Catcher - Cody Zak
Servant/FX Man - J. P. Gagen
Servant/Society Man - Kevin Lauver
Servant/Street Sweeper - Tony Heffner
Oliver "Daddy" Warbucks - Gilgamesh Taggett
Rooster - Matthew Ryan Thompson
Lily St. Regis - Molly Huey
Bert Healy/Louis Howe - Trey Gilpin
Ronnie Boylan/Rockette - Holly Kay Harris
FDR - Leslie Feagan*
Harold Ickes/Dog Catcher/Chauffeur - Mark Monday

*Actor appears courtesy of the Actors' Equity Association (AEA), the union of actors and stage managers.

Production Staff

Artistic Director/Director - Scott Spence
Musical Director - Larry Goodpaster
Choreographer - Martín Céspedes**
Stage Manager - Diana D'Alessandro
Assistant Stage Manager - Hayley Baran
Assistant Stage Manager - Cameron Cerny
Scenic & Lighting Designer - Trad A Burns
Associate Scenic & Lighting Designer - Benjamin Gantose
Costume Designer - Karen Ziegler
Sound Designer - Richard B. Ingraham
Technical Director - Joseph Carmola
Technical Assistant - Dan Folino
Carpenters - Patrick Ciamacco, Shawn Delaney, P.J. Toomey
Scenic Artists - Sarah Siertle, Al Stockdale
Wardrobe Mistress - Deanna Cechowski
Sound Operator - R.J. Hetman
Light Board Operators - Douglas Puskas, Kim Welch
Follow Spots - Julia Aylward, Lydia Hall, Mary Kahein, Carolyn Rohan, George Stewart, Anna Verbiak
**Member of the Society of Stage Directors and Choreographers

Orchestra

Conductor - Larry Goodpaster
Keyboards - Larry Goodpaster, Bryan Bird
Reeds - Kim Coxe, John Dokler, Karen Langenwalter, Steve Samuel
Trumpets - Juan Ingram, Teresa May, Matt Ralph, Matt Wirfel
Trombones - Vince Guente, Dan DiMarino
Guitar/Banjo - Dave Maxon
Bass - Kevin Aylward
Drums - Bill Hart
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