Annie, the musical
by Zach Theatre

Jun. 24 - Aug. 02
Wednesdays-Sundays

With unshakable hope, little orphan Annie sets out to find the family she’s always dreamed of. Annie is the musical phenomenon that has dazzled generations of fans with its show-stopping numbers, spunky spirits, and big heart. Featuring some of the most iconic songs in all of musical theater, like “Tomorrow” and “Hard-Knock Life,” this cherished story is sure to leave you smiling. It’s a joyful celebration of belonging and a timeless reminder that sunshine is still just a day away.

Leaping Lizards! Annie takes the stage this summer in a fresh contemporary staging highlighting the musical’s enduring message of hope. With iconic songs like “Tomorrow” and “Hard-Knock Life,” this beloved classic by Charles Strouse, Martin Charnin, and Thomas Meehan continues to inspire audiences of all ages with the story of the girl who believes brighter days are around the corner.

Zach Theater announces cast and creatives for the musical hit, Annie. Directed by Associate Artistic Director Cassie Abate with musical direction by Spencer Hansen and choreography by Kiira Carper. Annie features an adult and youth cast, playing June 24–August 2, 2026 at The Topfer at Zach.

“I am so excited to bring together incredible seasoned theater professionals alongside the next generation of theater artists in a space where we all get to learn from each other and work together to bring to life a story about optimism, compassion, and chosen family,” said Abate.

The title role of Annie will be shared by the talents of youth actors Layla Ramos and Charlotte Storm as the spunky and optimistic orphan.

Annie will also star Jamie Goodwin as billionaire businessman, Oliver Warbucks; Jamie Karen as the disillusioned orphanage matron, Miss Hannigan; Tiffany Solano as Grace Farrell, Yurel Echezarreta as Miss Hannigan’s scheming younger brother, Rooster Hannigan; and Sara Burke as Rooster’s egotistical gold-digging girlfriend, Lily St. Regis.

Rounding out the youth cast, Annie will be joined by other orphans at the “New York Municipal Orphanage” played by Sophia Ghangurde and Yujo Park as Duffy; Isabella Johnson and Emily Wolfman as July; Caroline Copeland and Amelia Galindo as Pepper; Leili Ahmadyar and Camille Myers as Tessie; Olivia Feuerberg and Areli Knox as Kate; and Monroe Bowcutt and Billie Grace Lit as Molly.

Completing the adult cast: Noah Claiborne Wood as Bert Healy; Bob Brandenburg as President Franklin D. Roosevelt; Ian Bethany, Maclain Dessatti, Gianna Kohl, Malia McLellan, Emily Snouffer, Grisham Locke, and Laura Jane Jones as ensemble.

In addition to direction by Cassie Abate with music direction by Spencer Hansen and choreography by Kiira Carper, the production team for Annie includes: Abbigayle Scott as assistant choreographer; Wilson Chin with tour scenic design; Susan Branch Towne as costume designer; Benjamin Gantose as lighting designer; Darby Smotherman as sound designer; additional props by Brady Flock; Anna Fugate-Downs as hair & makeup designer; Leigh’Ann Andrews as AEA stage manager; Casey Boriskie as AEA assistant stage manager; Gloria Labatut Davies as assistant stage manager; KayCi Wolf as production assistant; Victoria Salzar and Aidenne Despres as student actor supervisors; and Gabby Carney as dog supervisor.

 

PRESS: For press seats, interviews, and all other inquiries, please contact nicole.shiro@motleycrewmedia.com.

TICKETING AND SUBSCRIPTIONS:

Single tickets start at $28 and are available online at zachtheater.org, or by phone at 512-476-0541 Tuesday through Friday, 12–5 p.m. Free, short-term, and convenient parking available at the front entrance. Zach Theater is wheelchair accessible. A limited number of Pay What You Wish tickets are available the first week of the performances only. Groups of 8 or more may request reservations by calling 512-476-0541 x126 or by emailing groupsales@zachtheater.org.

Zach XP subscriptions are $39 per month and give access to Mainstage and Family Series shows. Zach XP Members get early access to reserve seats for the 2026-27 Season in Summer 2026. Visit zachtheater.org/zachxp to learn more.

To sign up for updates on subscriptions, season info or general on sale, please visit zachtheater.org/newsletter.

About Zach Theater

Zach Theater is the longest-running professional theater in Texas and one of the ten oldest in the country. Founded in 1921 as Austin Community Players, incorporated in 1932 as Austin Little Theater, and sometime later became Austin Civic Theater; it was renamed the Zachary Scott Theater Center in 1968. Zach is a nonprofit arts organization that creates theater, education, and training programs designed to ignite connection between artists, audiences, students, and the community.

As Austin’s leading professional producing theater, Zach employs more than 300 actors, musicians, and designers each year to stage a bold and diverse array of plays and musicals under the leadership of Producing Artistic Director Dave Steakley and Managing Director Jamie Herlich.

Zach serves nearly 140,000 Central Texans annually, including more than 35,000 children and youth through innovative education programs, camps and classes, and community outreach including over $110,000 annually in financial aid to students to ensure access to theater education. With a strong commitment to inclusion, Zach offers over 52,000 in discounted or free tickets to the community each year.

Guided by a vision to be the place for everyone’s story, Zach is committed to artistic excellence, belonging, innovation, and integrity in everything they do. Learn more at zachtheater.org.

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Annie, the musical
by Thomas Meehan, Charles Straus, Martin Charmin
Zach Theatre

June 24 - August 2, 2026

Zach Theatre Topfer Mainstage

Tickets:   Start at $28 and are available at Zach’s box office – 512-476-0541 x1, zachtheater.org.

Special events in celebration of Annie:

• Pay What You Wish Week – Wednesday, June 24 through Sunday, June 28, 2026
• Pride Night – June 25, 2026 at 7:30pm
• Press Night – Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 7:30pm; Press may RSVP to nicole.shiro@motleycrewmedia.com
• Zachademia Night – Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 7:30pm
• Champagne Opening – Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 7:30pm
• ASL Performance – Saturday, July 11 at 1:00pm

Age Recommendation: Ages 5 and up

Run Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes with a 20-minute intermission