

Set against the backdrop of 1930s New York during the Great Depression, Annie tells the heartwarming story of a brave young girl determined to find the family she lost long ago. Performed at the Isle of Man Gaiety Theatre from 9th – 16th October 2021.
Life at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage is tough, but Annie’s optimism and spirit never waver. Dreaming of reuniting with the parents who left her as a baby, she escapes the orphanage with the help of her fellow girls and ventures into the bustling world of New York City. Her fortunes take a dramatic turn when she’s invited to spend Christmas with the wealthy and warm-hearted Oliver Warbucks. As the spiteful Miss Hannigan schemes to spoil Annie’s chance at happiness, Annie takes us on a journey full of adventure, laughter, and hope.
This beloved musical features some of the most iconic songs in theatre history, including Tomorrow, It’s The Hard-Knock Life, Little Girls, and Easy Street.
Our production brought together a hugely talented all-local cast of 70 performers — including 38 young stars and one unforgettable dog!

Sponsors of Miss Hannigan

Sponsors of Oliver Warbucks

Sponsors of Lily St Regis

Sponsors of Team Warbucks Orphans

Sponsors of Sandy

Sponsors of Team Grace Orphans

Sponsors of Grace

Tony Finnegan

Claire Temple

Sonia Callin

Ruth Barnes

Lowenna Joughin

Eloise Barnes

John Snelling

Kristene Wilson

Gill Buchanan

Charlie Williams

Beth Thomas

Bob Harrison

Marty
Jack Weir
Alex Linney
Andy Simpson
Sarah Holland
Nora lean
Judith Fullerton
Sandy Shimmin
Kelly Firth
Gem Last

Geoff Pugh

Carrie Hazeel

Neil King

Morag Withey

Grace Lee

Ben Gale

Sam Faragher

Kate Stobart

Sophie Lancaster

Daniel Carroll-Cawley

Adrian Cowin

Ellie Quayle

Kelly Firth

Andrew Deighton

Lynsey Smith

Daniella Clarke

Charlie Craine

Alexandra Howarth

Bethan Owen

Valerie Kissack

Valerie Cowley

Sherrie Poultney

Emma Shaw

Emma Stratford

Viviana Toro

Aalin Cowley

Onora Barron

Alexa Ash

Maddie Wood

Jessica Musgrove

Charlotte Wilkinson

Finlo Wood

Summer Bradley

Isabella Browning

Ava Corlett

Evie Cowell

Ealish Creer

Tallulah Griffiths

Ava Harvey

Iselin Keeling

Charlotte Smith

Alexis Wilson

Bonnie Winrow

Sofia Howatson

Aalish Kilgallon

Anna Tamarova

Scarlet Brophy

Cristl Stitt

Kasia Ashton

Theo Hills

Alexa Appleby

Suzanne Auty

Isabelle Bullough

Emma Hill

Megan Hills

Gertie Hills

Neve Kneen

Kendra Metcalfe

Darcey Roberts

Maisie Stewart

Florence Williams
Best Female Youth performance in an Adult production
Best Choreography

“Centre Stage Productions deserves great praise for overcoming many obstacles to produce this entertaining, heart-warming triumph of a show. Ultimately, Annie belongs to the youngsters gracing the stage this week.
On opening night, Eloise gave a gem of performance, combining the feistiness and vulnerability essential for the role with the charm and wit to win over billionaires, presidents – and audiences. The delighted response to each number and the standing ovation at the end of the show should give the young actor an indication, clearer than any words, of the joy her singing brought.
And the word coming back from Easy Street following Lowenna’s first outing on Sunday afternoon confirmed she sparkled just as brightly, also bringing everyone to their feet.
When we ponder how brightly the future of Manx musical theatre may shine, we don’t need to wait until tomorrow to discover. The sun has already come out.”
– IOM Newspapers
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