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{{Infobox FHODS Production
{{FHODS Banner
| title = [[Annie]]
| eyebrow = FHODS Production · 2025
| image = [[File:Annie_(2025).jpg||300px|center]]
| title  = Annie
| caption = Annie promotional image
| sub    = Music by Charles Strouse · Book by Thomas Meehan · The Tower Theatre, Folkestone
| dates = 27 June - 5 July 2025
}}
| venue = [[The Tower Theatre]]
 
| director = [[Steve Hawkins]]
{{Infobox Production
| producer = [[Alice Hawkins]]
| title           = Annie
| image           = Annie_(2025).jpg
| caption         = Annie promotional image
| dates           = 27 June–5 July 2025
| venue           = [[The Tower Theatre]]
| director       = [[Steve Hawkins]]
| musicaldirector = [[Samuel Robinson]]
| musicaldirector = [[Samuel Robinson]]
| choreographer = [[Sophie Burgess-Adams]]
| choreographer   = [[Sophie Burgess-Adams]]
| producer        = [[Alice Hawkins]]
| writer          = [[Thomas Meehan]] (book), Charles Strouse (music), Martin Charnin (lyrics)
| license        = Amateur production by arrangement with Music Theatre International
}}
}}


The [[Folkestone-Hythe Operatic and Dramatic Society]] presented ''Annie'', by [[:Category:Thomas Meehan|Thomas Meehan]] on 27th June - 5th July 2025 at [[The Tower Theatre]], Folkestone. An amateur production by arrangement with Musical Theatre International.
The [[Folkestone-Hythe Operatic and Dramatic Society]] presented ''Annie'' by [[Thomas Meehan]] on 27th June–5th July 2025 at [[The Tower Theatre]], Folkestone. An amateur production by arrangement with Music Theatre International.


=Foreword=
{{FHODS Section|Foreword}}
The stage musical ''Annie'' is a timeless classic. At its core is the endearing orphan Annie, whose charm shines through despite her challenging circumstances. ''Annie'' embodies an enduring message of hope and resilience, reflecting the socio-economic landscape of America in 1933, during the Great Depression and the Roosevelt administration's New Deal initiatives.


The production ahs presented an exhilarating challenge for the cast, and I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the production team for their hard work in creating this joyful production. Collaborating with such talented young performers has been a remarkable experience.
{{FHODS Foreword
| text  = The stage musical ''Annie'' is a timeless classic. At its core is the endearing orphan Annie, whose charm shines through despite her challenging circumstances. ''Annie'' embodies an enduring message of hope and resilience, reflecting the socio-economic landscape of America in 1933, during the Great Depression and the Roosevelt administration's New Deal initiatives.


I would also like to express my appreciation to the Creative Team, including the exceptionally skilled Choreographer Sophie Burgess-Adams and Maestro Sam Robinson. Thanks must go to our wonderful costume team who have worked tirelessly to create all the fabulous costumes for this show, Emma Franks, Liz Rutland and Wendy Allum. Special thanks go to our set builders, lighting and sound designers/operators, Myra for her prop management, and the outstanding Michael Pearce as Stage Manager. A special acknowledgement is due to my wonderful producer, Alice Hawkins, without whom I would undoubtably be adrift. Gratitude is also extended to our Child Protection Officer, Karen, and all the chaperones who selflessly dedicate their time to ensure the safety of our younger cast members. This production would not be feasible without their invaluable contributions.
The production has presented an exhilarating challenge for the cast, and I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the production team for their hard work in creating this joyful production. Collaborating with such talented young performers has been a remarkable experience.


The saying goes, "Never work with children or animals," yet we have thoroughly enjoyed doing both! I must highlight our young cast, the 'Annies' and orphans, who were chosen from over 38 children duringopen auditions. Their high energy, patience, and enthusiasm, combined with their individual and collective talents, have led to incredible rehearsals, and it has been a joy to work alongside them.
I would also like to express my appreciation to the Creative Team, including the exceptionally skilled Choreographer Sophie Burgess-Adams and Maestro Sam Robinson. Thanks must go to our wonderful costume team who have worked tirelessly to create all the fabulous costumes for this show, Emma Franks, Liz Rutland and Wendy Allum. Special thanks go to our set builders, lighting and sound designers/operators, Myra for her prop management, and the outstanding Michael Pearce as Stage Manager. A special acknowledgement is due to my wonderful producer, Alice Hawkins, without whom I would undoubtedly be adrift. Gratitude is also extended to our Child Protection Officer, Karen, and all the chaperones who selflessly dedicate their time to ensure the safety of our younger cast members. This production would not be feasible without their invaluable contributions.
 
The saying goes, "Never work with children or animals," yet we have thoroughly enjoyed doing both! I must highlight our young cast, the 'Annies' and orphans, who were chosen from over 38 children during open auditions. Their high energy, patience, and enthusiasm, combined with their individual and collective talents, have led to incredible rehearsals, and it has been a joy to work alongside them.


Additionally, we are grateful to our friends Mike and Hannah Manton for allowing their dog Teddy to portray Sandy, one of the most iconic canine roles in musical theatre. We hope he enjoys the experience as much as we do!
Additionally, we are grateful to our friends Mike and Hannah Manton for allowing their dog Teddy to portray Sandy, one of the most iconic canine roles in musical theatre. We hope he enjoys the experience as much as we do!


I recently learned that the song "Tomorrow" is performed every 20 minutes somewhere in the world. I hope you leave the theatre this evening with that melody in your heart and that you thoroughly enjoy our production!
I recently learned that the song "Tomorrow" is performed every 20 minutes somewhere in the world. I hope you leave the theatre this evening with that melody in your heart and that you thoroughly enjoy our production!
| author = [[Steve Hawkins]]
| role  = Director
}}


'''[[Steve Hawkins]]''', ''Director''
{{FHODS Section|Cast}}


=Cast=
{{FHODS Cast
{{div col}}
| group1_label = Principal Cast
* [[Miles Record]] ''as Annie (Team A)''
| group1_style = leads
* [[Violet Hawkins]] ''as Annie (Team B)''
| group1 =
* [[Natalie Jones]] ''as Miss Hannigan''
[[Miles Record]];;Annie (Team A)
* [[Richard Hawkins]] ''as Oliver Warbucks''
[[Violet Hawkins]];;Annie (Team B)
* [[Rosie Devlin]] ''as Grace Farrell''
[[Natalie Jones]];;Miss Hannigan
* [[Luke Jones]] ''as Bundles McCloskey/Bert Healy/Roosevelt''
[[Richard Hawkins]];;Oliver Warbucks
* [[Jack Willcox]] ''as Drake/Fred McCracken/Wacky''
[[Rosie Devlin]];;Grace Farrell
* [[Chris Willcox]] ''as Rooster''
[[Luke Jones]];;Bundles McCloskey / Bert Healy / Roosevelt
* [[Katy Hydon]] ''as Lily St Regis''
[[Jack Willcox]];;Drake / Fred McCracken / Wacky
* [[Teddy Manton]] ''as Sandy''
[[Chris Willcox]];;Rooster
{{div col end}}
[[Katy Hydon]];;Lily St Regis
[[Teddy Manton]];;Sandy
| group2_label = Adult Ensemble
| group2_style = leads
| group2 =
[[Caroline Dowling]];;Assistant Dog Catcher / Hooverville Resident / Servant / NYC Show Cast
[[Emma Franks]];;Hooverville Resident / Mrs Pugh / NYC Show Cast
[[George Perkins]];;Hooverville Resident / Servant / NYC Taxi Driver / Ickes
[[Jess Hill]];;Hooverville Resident / Mrs Greer / NYC Show Cast / Ronnie Boylan / Howe
[[Katy-Scarlett Coveney]];;Hooverville Resident / Annette / Star to be / Bonnie Boylan
[[Olivia Coley]];;Dog Catcher / Sophie / Cecille / NYC Show Cast / Sound Effects Man / Morganthau
[[Paul Moran]];;Lt. Ward / Judge Brandeis
[[Tracey Silvester]];;Apple Seller / Servant / Usherette / Connie Boylan / Perkins
| group3_label = Named Orphans — Team A
| group3_style = leads
| group3 =
[[Annabel Prineas]];;Pepper
[[Darcey Parry]];;Duffy
[[Eden Prescott]];;Kate
[[Isla Rolfe]];;July
[[Cora Prineas]];;Tessie
[[Orla O'Callaghan]];;Molly
| group4_label = Named Orphans — Team B
| group4_style = leads
| group4 =
[[Flo Hills-Lawes]];;Pepper
[[Hattie Sparks]];;Duffy
[[Bethany Giles]];;Kate
[[Hattie Austin]];;July
[[Grace Hills]];;Tessie
[[Annabelle Gibson]];;Molly
| group5_label = Ensemble Orphans — Team A
| group5_style = list
| group5 =
[[Laurel Scott]]
[[Amelia Huntley]]
[[Ellie Grist]]
[[Alyssa Mynard]]
[[Mika Metten]]
[[Leo Willcox]]
| group6_label = Ensemble Orphans — Team B
| group6_style = list
| group6 =
[[Tehilah Jepson]]
[[Annie Gage]]
[[Bethany Carroll]]
[[Izzy Whitcombe]]
[[Harper Smith]]
}}


==Adult Ensemble==
{{FHODS Section|Production Team}}
{{div col}}
* [[Caroline Dowling]] ''as Assistant Dog Catcher/Hooverville Resident/Servant/NYC Show Cast''
* [[Emma Franks]] ''as Hooverville Resident/Mrs Pugh/NYC Show Cast''
* [[George Perkins]] ''as Hooverville Resident/Servant/NYC Taxi Driver/Ickes''
* [[Jack Willcox]] ''as Hooverville Resident/NYC Showman''
* [[Jess Hill]] ''as Hooverville Resident/Mrs Greer/NYC Show Cast/Ronnie Boylan/Howe''
* [[Katy Hydon]] ''as Hooverville Resident''
* [[Katy-Scarlett Coveney]] ''as Hooverville Resident/Annette/Star to be/Bonnie Boylan''
* [[Luke Jones]] ''as Hooverville Resident/Servant/NYC Resident''
* [[Olivia Coley]] ''as Dog Catcher/Sophie/Cecille/NYC Show Cast/Sound Effects Man/Morganthau''
* [[Paul Moran]] ''as Lt. Ward/Judge Brandeis''
* [[Tracey Silvester]] ''as Apple seller/Servant/Usherette/Connie Boylan/Perkins''
{{div col end}}


==Named Orphans==
{{FHODS Crew
===Team A===
| section1_label = Direction & Music
* [[Annabel Prineas]] ''as Pepper''
| section1 =
* [[Darcey Parry]] ''as Duffy''
Director;;[[Steve Hawkins]]
* [[Eden Prescott]] ''as Kate''
Musical Director;;[[Samuel Robinson]]
* [[Isla Rolfe]] ''as July''
Choreographer;;[[Sophie Burgess-Adams]]
* [[Cora Prineas]] ''as Tessie''
| section2_label = Production
* [[Orla O'Callaghan]] ''as Molly''
| section2 =
Producer;;[[Alice Hawkins]]
Stage Manager;;[[Michael Pearce]]
Deputy Stage Managers;;[[Leigh Chambers]] & [[Lily Rushin]]
Child Protection Officer;;[[Karen Prineas]]
| section3_label = Design & Technical
| section3 =
Set Design;;[[Chris Willcox]]
Set Construction;;[[Chris Willcox]] & [[Myra Collingridge]]
Lighting;;[[Rebecca Pyburn]]
Sound;;[[Jake Wallis]]
Props;;[[Myra Collingridge]]
Backstage;;[[Myra Collingridge]], [[Eleanor Prineas]] & [[Andrea Reid]]
| section4_label = Wardrobe & Media
| section4 =
Costume;;[[Emma Franks]], [[Wendy Allum]] & [[Liz Rutland]]
Design/Media;;[[Malcolm Laye]] & [[Gary Ingoldby-Spate]]
Photography;;[[Chris Henry]] & [[David Shackle]]
FHODS Marketing;;[[Merewyn Forrest]]
}}


===Team B===
{{FHODS Section|For The Tower Theatre}}
* [[Flo Hills-Lawes]] ''as Pepper''
* [[Hattie Sparks]] ''as Duffy''
* [[Bethany Giles]] ''as Kate''
* [[Hattie Austin]] ''as July''
* [[Grace Hills]] ''as Tessie''
* [[Annabelle Gibson]] ''as Molly''


==Ensemble Orphans==
{{FHODS Venue|
===Team A===
Events & Marketing Manager;;[[Michelle Hartley]]
* [[Laurel Scott]]
Front of House Manager;;[[Gary Ingoldby-Spate]]
* [[Amelia Huntley]]
Theatre Technician;;[[Emil Jansen]]
* [[Ellie Grist]]
}}
* [[Alyssa Mynard]]
* [[Mika Metten]]
* [[Leo Willcox]]
 
===Team B===
* [[Tehilah Jepson]]
* [[Annie Gage]]
* [[Bethany Carroll]]
* [[Izzy Whitcombe]]
* [[Harper Smith]]
 
=Production Team=
* '''Director:''' [[Steve Hawkins]]
* '''Producer:''' [[Alice Hawkins]]
* '''Musical Director:''' [[Samuel Robinson]]
* '''Choreographer:''' [[Sophie Burgess-Adams]]
* '''Stage Manager:''' [[Michael Pearce]]
* '''Deputy Stage Managers:''' [[Leigh Chambers]] and [[Lily Rushin]]
* '''Lighting:''' [[Rebecca Pyburn]]
* '''Sound:''' [[Jake Wallis]]
* '''Set Design:''' [[Chris Willcox]]
* '''Set Construction:''' [[Chris Willcox]] and [[Myra Collingridge]]
* '''Props:''' [[Myra Collingridge]]
* '''Costume:''' [[Emma Franks]], [[Wendy Allum]] and [[Liz Rutland]]
* '''Backstage:''' [[Myra Collingridge]], [[Eleanor Prineas]] and [[Andrea Reid]]
* '''Design/Media:''' [[Malcolm Laye]] and [[Gary Ingoldby-Spate]]
* '''FHODS Marketing:''' [[Merewyn Forrest]]
* '''Photography:''' [[Chris Henry]] and [[David Shackle]]
* '''Child Protection Officer:''' [[Karen Prineas]]
 
=For The Tower Theatre=
* '''Events and Marketing Manager:''' [[Michelle Hartley]]
* '''Front of House Manager:''' [[Gary Ingoldby-Spate]]
* '''Theatre Technician:''' [[Emil Jansen]]


FHODS extends its thanks to the Front of House volunteers and Bar Team. Anyone interested in joining the team can contact Joanne Pearce at foh@towertheatrefolkestone.co.uk.
<div class="fhods-footer-note">FHODS extends its thanks to the Front of House volunteers and Bar Team. Anyone interested in joining the team can contact Joanne Pearce at [mailto:foh@towertheatrefolkestone.co.uk foh@towertheatrefolkestone.co.uk].</div>


[[Category:Productions at The Tower Theatre]]
[[Category:Productions at The Tower Theatre]]

Revision as of 18:55, 16 June 2026

Annie
Music by Charles Strouse · Book by Thomas Meehan · The Tower Theatre, Folkestone

Annie
Annie promotional image
Production Details
Dates27 June–5 July 2025
VenueThe Tower Theatre
DirectorSteve Hawkins
WriterThomas Meehan (book), Charles Strouse (music), Martin Charnin (lyrics)
ProducerAlice Hawkins
Musical DirectorSamuel Robinson
ChoreographerSophie Burgess-Adams
Amateur production by arrangement with Music Theatre International

The Folkestone-Hythe Operatic and Dramatic Society presented Annie by Thomas Meehan on 27th June–5th July 2025 at The Tower Theatre, Folkestone. An amateur production by arrangement with Music Theatre International.


Foreword

The stage musical Annie is a timeless classic. At its core is the endearing orphan Annie, whose charm shines through despite her challenging circumstances. Annie embodies an enduring message of hope and resilience, reflecting the socio-economic landscape of America in 1933, during the Great Depression and the Roosevelt administration's New Deal initiatives.

The production has presented an exhilarating challenge for the cast, and I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the production team for their hard work in creating this joyful production. Collaborating with such talented young performers has been a remarkable experience.

I would also like to express my appreciation to the Creative Team, including the exceptionally skilled Choreographer Sophie Burgess-Adams and Maestro Sam Robinson. Thanks must go to our wonderful costume team who have worked tirelessly to create all the fabulous costumes for this show, Emma Franks, Liz Rutland and Wendy Allum. Special thanks go to our set builders, lighting and sound designers/operators, Myra for her prop management, and the outstanding Michael Pearce as Stage Manager. A special acknowledgement is due to my wonderful producer, Alice Hawkins, without whom I would undoubtedly be adrift. Gratitude is also extended to our Child Protection Officer, Karen, and all the chaperones who selflessly dedicate their time to ensure the safety of our younger cast members. This production would not be feasible without their invaluable contributions.

The saying goes, "Never work with children or animals," yet we have thoroughly enjoyed doing both! I must highlight our young cast, the 'Annies' and orphans, who were chosen from over 38 children during open auditions. Their high energy, patience, and enthusiasm, combined with their individual and collective talents, have led to incredible rehearsals, and it has been a joy to work alongside them.

Additionally, we are grateful to our friends Mike and Hannah Manton for allowing their dog Teddy to portray Sandy, one of the most iconic canine roles in musical theatre. We hope he enjoys the experience as much as we do!

I recently learned that the song "Tomorrow" is performed every 20 minutes somewhere in the world. I hope you leave the theatre this evening with that melody in your heart and that you thoroughly enjoy our production!

Steve Hawkins, Director


Cast

Principal Cast

Miles Record Annie (Team A) Violet Hawkins










Adult Ensemble

Caroline Dowling Assistant Dog Catcher / Hooverville Resident / Servant / NYC Show Cast Emma Franks










Named Orphans — Team A

Annabel Prineas Pepper Darcey Parry










Named Orphans — Team B

Flo Hills-Lawes Pepper Hattie Sparks










Ensemble Orphans — Team A
Ensemble Orphans — Team B


Production Team

Direction & Music

Musical DirectorProduction

Stage ManagerDesign & Technical

Set ConstructionWardrobe & Media

Design/Media


For The Tower Theatre

Events & Marketing Manager
Michelle Hartley Front of House Manager




















FHODS extends its thanks to the Front of House volunteers and Bar Team. Anyone interested in joining the team can contact Joanne Pearce at foh@towertheatrefolkestone.co.uk.
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