Christ Centered. Kingdom Conscious.
Audition Instructions
Annie Jr Youth Edition
In-Person
Audition
Guidelines
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When you come into your audition, state your name, grade, and tell us if you have ever done theater before.
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Use the material provided in the next section of this webpage.
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Make sure to read through Synopsis & Character List below.
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Everyone should be prepared to sing, All Girls prepare to sing "Maybe" and All Boys prepare to sing "Easy Street". You should be able to sing by yourself, with a track but without other voices.
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One of the monologues below must be memorized. It’s your choice! If you are interested in a specific role, memorize that character’s monologue.
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PROJECT so we can hear you!
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We will teach you a short piece of choreography, so come ready to dance!
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Relax and have fun! We are not looking for a perfect performance! We are looking for actors and actresses who want to grow, listen to instruction and support their castmates.
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*Please keep an open mind about our casting decisions. You might be perfect for a role you never imagined playing!
Audition Materials
For Girls
Song: Maybe
Click the image to go to the full-size sheet music
With Vocals: Use this track to practice with.
Without Vocals: Use this track for your audition.
For Boys
Song: Easy Street
Click the image to go to the full-size sheet music
With Vocals: Use this track to practice with.
Without Vocals: Use this track for your audition.
Monologues
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Annie - Hopeful/Emotional
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Context: Annie reads the note that came with her when she was left at the orphanage. She’s convincing herself that her parents really will come back for her.
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Tone: Tender, sincere, and full of longing.
“Please take good care of our little girl. Her name’s Annie…
She was born on October 28th. We will be back to get her soon.
We have left half a silver locket around her neck and kept the other half so that when we come for her, you will know she’s our baby.
Signed, Mr. and Mrs. Mudge.”
(pause)
So, you see, they are coming for me. And maybe—just maybe—it’ll be today!
Miss Hannigan - Comedic/Irritated
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Context: Miss Hannigan has had enough of the noisy, energetic orphans. She vents her frustration in her usual over-the-top, dramatic way.
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Tone: Big, funny, exasperated.
“Little girls! Little girls! Everywhere I turn, there’s little girls!
I’m telling you, if I ever see another one of those grubby faces again, it’ll be too soon.
I’m not an angel, but I do my part! And what thanks do I get? Whining, crying, screaming!
Oh, how I hate little girls!”
Warbucks - Reflective/Warm
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Context: After spending time with Annie, Mr. Warbucks begins to realize that love and family mean more than money.
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Tone: Thoughtful, heartfelt, fatherly.
“You know, I’ve always thought money could solve anything.
But when that little girl came into my life… well, it’s funny.
For the first time, I didn’t want to buy something. I just wanted her to be happy.
And now, I can’t imagine the house without her laughter in it.”
Rooster Hannigan - Sneaky/Comedic
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Context: Rooster has just shown up at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage with a get-rich-quick scheme. He’s charming, sly, and always up to trouble.
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Tone: Fast-talking, playful, street-smart.
“So, sis, what’s the big idea? We waltz in, say we’re Annie’s long-lost folks, and Warbucks hands us the dough! Easy peasy! Ain’t nobody gonna catch Rooster Hannigan!
The guy’s got more money than he knows what to do with, and all we gotta do is smile and play nice.
By the time they figure it out, we’ll be long gone—on easy street!”
Synopsis and Characters
Additional Information
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This is an after school theatre program where students will have an opportunity to learn and gain experience about theatre, performance, singing, choreography. It is a wonderful opportunity to develop your child's skills in public speaking, individual work ethic, and team work.
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If your child passes the auditions, they will receive an email with access to a link in order to register and pay the program fee ($225 per child).
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Registration also includes two tickets per child with two reserved seats on both nights of the performance.
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For further questions or concerns, please email Ms. Harrison at harrisons@shcssharks.com
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