Seeking Kids for "Annie" and "Elf" The Musical

Annie is a tough, streetwise kid who is vulnerable when she thinks she might lose what has become most important to her: a newfound “family” who loves her. Throughout the show she shows independent, needy, maternal, and hopeful qualities. Although she is at times aggressive or crafty, there is no doubt that Annie is a friendly and caring child. (mezzo-soprano, moderate to strong dancer) "Annie"

(supporting role) is the loyal private secretary to Oliver Warbucks. Grace is mature, calm, and classy. She is businesslike when dealing with Miss Hannigan, yet maternal toward Annie. soprano, moderate dancer "Annie"

(supporting role) is Miss Hannigan’s despicable brother. Rooster is flashy and self-assured. His “moves” are as smooth as a gambler’s: sly, and deceiving. The actor playing this role should bring a sense of fun to the character and have a good sense of comic timing. baritone, moderate dancer "Annie"

(supporting role) is Rooster’s airhead girlfriend. She is always distracted, although she manages to pick up on any conversation involving money. Like Rooster, the actress playing this role should bring a sense of fun to the character and have a good sense of comic timing. soprano, moderate to strong dancer "Annie"

(supporting role) is the littlest orphan; sweet and naïve, but she can fib and play with the best of them. mezzo-soprano, moderate dancer "Annie"

(supporting role) is the toughest orphan; not afraid to get up in your face, and stands up for the orphans against Miss Hannigan. mezzo-soprano, moderate dancer "Annie"

(supporting role) is the oldest orphan; a bit rough around the edges, but means well. mezzo-soprano, moderate dancer "Annie"

(supporting role) is the shyest orphan, and next to youngest; she rarely speaks, but has a mischievous side when the kids play tricks on Hannigan. mezzo-soprano, moderate dancer "Annie"

(featured role) is the crybaby of the orphans; she has a bit of a whiny side but just wants everyone to get along. mezzo-soprano, moderate dancer "Annie"

(featured role) is the quietest orphan; she takes on a motherly role with the younger orphans, and keeps everyone in line when she can. mezzo-soprano, moderate dancer "Annie"

(featured role) is the head butler of the Warbucks Mansion, and a good friend to Grace. Responsible, if somewhat clumsy. baritone, moderate dancer "Annie"

(featured roles) are two maids in service at the Warbucks Mansion. They have a penchant for gossip, but are faithful to their line of work. no solo singing, moderate to strong dancers "Annie"

(featured roles) are two maids in service at the Warbucks Mansion. They have a penchant for gossip, but are faithful to their line of work. no solo singing, moderate to strong dancers "Annie"

(featured role) is Lit. Ward’s partner, working the local NYC beat. no solo singing, no featured dance "Annie"

(cameo roles) are the main heat for New York City’s canine population. A bit power hungry, they strive to do their job as well as they can. no solo singing, no featured dance "Annie"

(cameo role) is the peachy-keen stewardess of The Roxy cinema. no solo singing, moderate dancer "Annie"

(cameo role) is the next dame of the Great White Way. She’s got it all—looks, talent, and pizazz! ( mezzo-soprano, moderate to strong dancer "Annie"

(featured roles) are the enchanting backing group at the Oxydent Hour of Smiles, each of them anxiously awaiting their big break! soprano, moderate dancers "Annie"

(cameo role) is one of the latest guests on the Oxydent Hour of Smiles. He’s known as “Radio’s Only Masked Announcer!” no solo singing, no featured dance "Annie"

(cameo role) is one of the latest guests on the Oxydent Hour of Smiles. He and his dummy sidekick—Wacky—take the air waves by storm every week! no solo singing, no featured dance, but ventriloquy and/or puppetry preferred "Annie"

(cameo role) is a down-on-their-luck, happy-go-lucky merchant just trying to get through the day. no solo singing, moderate dancer "Annie"

(cameo roles) are residents of the Hooverville shanty that Annie runs off to. Despite their kindness, they are embittered by the way their lives have gone. baritone and alto, light to moderate dancers "Annie"

(cameo roles) are residents of the Hooverville shanty that Annie runs off to. Despite their kindness, they are embittered by the way their lives have gone. baritone and alto, light to moderate dancers "Annie"

The Youth Ensemble will primarily play ensemble orphans, but a few will be middle- to upper-class children, shown off in N.Y.C. as Annie sees families and people of all kinds. "Annie"

Voice part: Tenor (to C5) Intimacy requirements: holding hands, hugging, kissing, physical affection, partner dancing "Elf"

could be played by a performer of any gender — the performer playing Michael can be any age but must be able to convincingly play 12) Voice part: Tenor or Mezzo-soprano "Elf"

Voice part: Mezzo-soprano w/ belt (to D5) Intimacy requirements: holding hands, hugging, kissing, physical affection, partner dancing – A sardonic, somewhat cynical Macy’s employee who becomes Buddy’s love interest. She is whisked into Buddy’s world and becomes his biggest advocate. Jovie’s sarcasm somewhat obscures her warm, loyal personality. "Elf"

– Walter’s boss. At first a tyrannical, angry man — later, a song-and-dance man! "Elf"

– The good, friendly manager of Macy’s trying to get the job done during the stressful Christmas season. "Elf"

– One of Walter’s right-hand men. A bit dumb. "Elf"

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