Brecksville Little Theatre Proudly Announces Auditions for: *ANNIE: The 40th Anniversary Celebration* Book by Thomas Meehan Music by Charles Strauss Lyrics by Martin Charnin On April 21st, 1977, everyone’s favorite little orphan, *Annie,* opened on Broadway at the Allen Theatre. This coming April, *Brecksville Little Theatre* will not only celebrate the “to-the-date” 40th Anniversary of *Annie’s* debut on the Great White Way, but also bid a fond and heartfelt farewell to *BLT* before it merges with *BTOTS* to become *Brecksville Theatre* in the fall. We hope you will consider being a part of our thoughtful, heart-warming and truly special retelling of this beloved classic. Directed by Jarred Nichols Musical Direction by Gail Wirick Choreography by Jennifer Justice Stage Manager: Nancy Marusek *AUDITIONS:* Saturday, January 21, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM *(ANNIE & ORPHANS, FEMALE CHILDREN, AGE RANGE: 6-13)* Monday, January 23, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM *(ALL ADULTS, AGE RANGE: 16 AND UP) * Tuesday, January 24, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM *(ALL ADULTS, AGE RANGE: 16 AND UP) * Callbacks *(BY INVITATION ONLY)* Wednesday, January 25, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Blossom Hill School Rooms 9 & 10 4400 Oakes Road Brecksville, Ohio 44141 *PERFORMANCE DATES:* April 21, 22, 28, 29, 30, May 5, 6, 7, 12, 13 - 2017 Brecksville Little Theatre The Historic Old Town Hall on Brecksville’s Town Square 49 Public Square Brecksville, OH 44141 http://brecksvillelittletheatre.org/ <http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fbrecksvillelittletheatre.org%2F&h=iAQEjlLXP&enc=AZPR8_Kpz1tS47UuH3ZJ5vuB-THNRQhjCvnVyG6gnjNHAclM9quu-pCQ2wjoOWDh-_A&s=1> *OPEN CALL - NO APPOINTMENTS NECESSARY.* Please prepare 16-32 bars of a song in the style of the show - with sheet music in the correct key. Accompanist provided. No CD's or acapella auditions, please. *(Children auditioning for Annie/Orphans may sing acapella if necessary.)* As always, theatrical resumes and headshots are appreciated, but not required. Rehearsals will begin on or about Sunday, February 26, 2017, and will typically run Monday through Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons - based on cast availability. *Not all cast members will be called at every rehearsal, and children will be dismissed by 9:00 PM.* Please bring a complete list of schedule conflicts from February 26 to May 13, 2017. No conflicts will be accepted for any performance dates or during tech week. *ALL ROLES AVAILABLE.* Seeking a high-energy, versatile and diverse ensemble of 20ish adults *(Age Range: 16 and up)*, 7 female children *(Age Range: 6-13)* and 1 dog *(Age Range: open)* for lead and extremely active featured ensemble roles. Please visit www.mtishows.com/annie <http://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mtishows.com%2Fannie&h=DAQFv66WF&enc=AZPzZcsV4l_FZyTdxo-mr8BGnGq7A68kikUOz3y0ngsNUUzqNWQN901p1uo7DtsIsUo&s=1> for a complete Character Breakdown including suggested age and vocal ranges. Brecksville Little Theatre is committed to non-traditional casting. Except in cases where race, gender, age, or disability is essential to the show, all roles will be cast on the basis of talent. *QUESTIONS? *Contact the Director, Jarred Nichols - jarredjnichols@gmail.com