America's Most Beloved Musical Hits The Road

"You'll want to mark you calendar or your blackberry now with a note to bring your whole family to see ‘Annie,’" states Christopher B. Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars. "Join us in welcoming that spunky little redhead in the classic musical about never giving up hope when ‘Annie’ returns to the fabulous Fox Theatre."

The timeless tale of Little Orphan Annie stars Conrad John Schuck and Mackenzie Phillips with newcomer Marissa O'Donnell in the title role. With one of the most treasured scores in Broadway history, “Annie” is a delightful theatrical experience for the entire family.

“Annie,” with music by Charles Strouse and book by Thomas Meehan, is again directed by its lyricist, Martin Charnin, who brought the original production of “Annie” to Broadway in 1977. Tony Award winning set designer, Ming Cho Lee, has created a fresh look for this new production.

The original Broadway production of “Annie” won seven 1977 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Book and Score. It ran for 2,377 performances, and has subsequently been produced all over the world. The original production is one of the top 20 longest running shows in Broadway history, and continues to be one of the most successful musicals ever.

Boasting one of Broadway's most memorable scores, including "It's the Hard-Knock Life," "Easy Street," "N.Y.C." and the ever optimistic "Tomorrow," you can bet your bottom dollar that “Annie” will bring a smile to your face.

In addition to Charnin, Meehan, Strouse and Lee, the creative team includes original Broadway musical staging by Peter Gennaro, choreography by Liza Gennaro, lighting design by Ken Billington, costume design by Theoni Aldridge and sound design by Peter Hylenski. Ken Gentry is the executive producer.

Theater of the Stars presents “Annie” at the fabulous Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree Street, this weekend. Performances are scheduled for Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Tickets may be purchased through Ticketmaster in 3 ways: at Ticketmaster ticket centers, by calling 404-817-8700, and online at www.ticketmaster.com. For group ticket sales call the Fox Theatre Group Sales Office at 404-881-2000. Prices range from $20-$55.

Theater of the Stars is celebrating its 54th Anniversary this year as one of the nation's premier theater companies. A civic non-profit cultural organization, Theater of the Stars is dedicated to presenting and producing the best in musical theater. To learn more about their history of excellence, visit them at www.theaterofthestars.com.

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