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Annie Returns to Broadway for 50th Anniversary
15 Sep
Summary
- A new production of Annie will debut on Broadway in fall 2027.
- The musical celebrates its 50th anniversary with this revival.
- Tony-winning director Sam Pinkleton is helming the new show.
Broadway will welcome back the iconic musical "Annie" in fall 2027, marking the show's 50th anniversary. Sam Pinkleton, a Tony Award winner recognized for his direction of "Oh, Mary!" and "The Rocky Horror Show," is set to lead this new production. Further details regarding casting and creative team members will be announced at a later time.
The musical, first staged on Broadway in 1977, features timeless songs like "Tomorrow" and "It's the Hard Knock Life." The story follows an orphan who is adopted by a billionaire. The original production received 11 Tony Award nominations, winning seven, including Best Musical. Its creators, Charles Strouse, Martin Charnin, and Thomas Meehan, crafted a narrative that continues to resonate with audiences worldwide.
