Singing Opportunities for Kids in "Annie" The Musical

(Mezzo-Soprano, A3–E5)-Vocal Notes: Strong, clear belt required. Must be able to sustain energy throughout the show with a powerful, expressive voice. Movement: Strong dance required. Needs stage presence and the ability to command attention. A courageous, optimistic 11-year-old girl living in an orphanage. She has a big heart, a strong will, and dreams of finding her parents.

(Baritone, B2–Gb4)-Vocal Notes: Strong baritone with the ability to be commanding yet tender in a surprising way. Movement: Some dance, possibly strong dance, and definitely a strong presence. A billionaire businessman who adopts Annie. At first, he is gruff and business-minded but ultimately shows warmth and fatherly love. We should grow to really love him and root for him.

(Alto/Mezzo, G3–D5)-Vocal Notes: Character voice with comedic timing. Belt is helpful but not required. Movement: Must be able to handle comedic physicality, strong mover. The miserable, yet irrepressible, and often drunk matron of the orphanage who dislikes children and is bitter about her life. We should love her despite ourselves!

(Soprano, Bb3–G5)-Vocal Notes: Strong soprano with a warm, lyrical tone. Movement: Strong dance with a lovely, graceful stage presence. Warbucks' intelligent and kind secretary who cares deeply for Annie. She is warm, professional, and supportive. We should fall in love with her immediately.

(Tenor, Bb2–G4)-Vocal Notes: Character tenor with a strong mix. Needs brilliant showmanship. Movement: Must have a strong physical presence and ability to dance/move well. Miss Hannigan’s scheming, flashy, and sly younger brother. He is a charming con artist. We should love him despite ourselves!

(Soprano/Mezzo, Bb3–G5)-Vocal Notes: Bright, comedic soprano with belt ability. Movement: Should be able to play up physical comedy. Strong dancer/mover. Rooster’s dim-witted and bubbly girlfriend. She is flirtatious, foolish, and loves to be the center of attention. We should love it when she shows up!

(youngest, 6–7 years old)-Vocal Notes: Strong singers with good ensemble blending. Most require belting. Movement: Strong dancer/tumblers who are really comfortable with physical interaction with each other. These girls are fierce! Orphan in a group of energetic, scrappy, and resilient girls at the orphanage who form Annie’s family.

(oldest, tough, 13 years old) Vocal Notes: Strong singers with good ensemble blending. Most require belting. Movement: Strong dancer/tumblers who are really comfortable with physical interaction with each other. These girls are fierce! Orphan in a group of energetic, scrappy, and resilient girls at the orphanage who form Annie’s family.

(12 years old) - Vocal Notes: Strong singers with good ensemble blending. Most require belting. Movement: Strong dancer/tumblers who are really comfortable with physical interaction with each other. These girls are fierce! Orphan in a group of energetic, scrappy, and resilient girls at the orphanage who form Annie’s family.

(quiet, motherly, 12 years old)- Vocal Notes: Strong singers with good ensemble blending. Most require belting. Movement: Strong dancer/tumblers who are really comfortable with physical interaction with each other. These girls are fierce! Orphan in a group of energetic, scrappy, and resilient girls at the orphanage who form Annie’s family.

Orphan Tessie (nervous, "Oh my goodness!", 10 years old)-Vocal Notes: Strong singers with good ensemble blending. Most require belting. Movement: Strong dancer/tumblers who are really comfortable with physical interaction with each other. These girls are fierce! Orphan in a group of energetic, scrappy, and resilient girls at the orphanage who form Annie’s family.

(sweet, shy, 7 years old)-Vocal Notes: Strong singers with good ensemble blending. Most require belting. Movement: Strong dancer/tumblers who are really comfortable with physical interaction with each other. These girls are fierce! Orphan in a group of energetic, scrappy, and resilient girls at the orphanage who form Annie’s family.

Vocal Notes: Strong singers with good ensemble blending. Most require belting. Movement: Strong dancer/tumblers who are really comfortable with physical interaction with each other. These girls are fierce! We might cast up to two more orphans - A group of energetic, scrappy, and resilient girls at the orphanage who form Annie’s family.

(Baritone, C3–F4)-Vocal Notes: Warm baritone. Movement: Minimal. Should command the stage with a strong, likable presence. The historical, beloved U.S. president who meets Annie and is inspired by her optimism.

(Tenor, E3–G4)-Vocal Notes: Tenor with a smooth, old-fashioned radio voice. Movement: Some physicality for comedic timing. A charming and delightful 1930s radio host who introduces Annie on his show.

(Baritone, C3–F4)-Vocal Notes: Baritone with a refined, crisp voice. Movement: Minimal but requires elegant stage presence. The dignified British butler in Warbucks’ mansion.

(Soprano, C4–G5)-Must have tight three-part harmonies. Must move well, especially traditional “girl group” singer movement. A 1930s singing trio featured on the radio show.

(Spoken Role)-Movement: Minimal. The laundry man who flirts with Miss Hannigan.

(Spoken Role) Roosevelt’s political advisor.