From ABC7 New York · · 1m 10s
'Annie' is coming back to Broadway for its 50th birthday
A new production of the Tony-winning musical opens in fall 2027, with 'Oh, Mary!' director Sam Pinkleton in charge.
In brief
A new production of the Tony-winning musical opens in fall 2027, with 'Oh, Mary!' director Sam Pinkleton in charge. 'Annie' returns to Broadway in fall 2027 for its 50th anniversary, directed by Sam Pinkleton, and casting, theater and tickets are still to come. Originally reported by ABC7 New York.
The sun comes out again
A new production of "Annie" will open on Broadway in fall 2027. It marks 50 years since the musical first played there.
“The sun will come out on Broadway once again.”
A hot director takes charge
Tony winner Sam Pinkleton will direct. His recent credits include the hit comedy "Oh, Mary!" and "The Rocky Horror Show."
Where it all began
"Annie" opened on April 21, 1977, at the Alvin Theatre, now the Neil Simon. It got 11 Tony nominations and won seven, including Best Musical.
Revival number four
This will be the show's fourth Broadway revival. Pinkleton calls it a perfectly built musical comedy and plans to go all in.
“Annie is everything I love about New York City: gutsy, fearless, and funny as hell.”
Still waiting on the details
Producers haven't named the cast or the theater yet. Casting, venue and ticket information will be announced later.
What it means
'Annie' returns to Broadway in fall 2027 for its 50th anniversary, directed by Sam Pinkleton, and casting, theater and tickets are still to come.
