Annie
87

Annie NYC Reviews and Tickets

87%
(795 Ratings)
Positive
93%
Mixed
6%
Negative
1%
Members say
Entertaining, Delightful, Funny, Great singing, Great acting

About the Show

Original lyricist and director Martin Charnin directs this brand new incarnation of the iconic musical about an orphan and her search to find her parents, featuring famous songs such as "It's a Hard Knock Life."

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283 Reviews | 77 Followers
86
Entertaining, Great acting, Great singing, Great staging, Delightful

See it if your an adult or bringing your family. Was great rendition of the timeless classic. Enjoyed the show and all the children actors.

Don't see it if you don't like the story of Annie. If you don't want to see a fun musical with kids.

158 Reviews | 201 Followers
85
Delightful, Enchanting, Entertaining, Funny

See it if You're as nostalgic as I am in that it was the first Broadway show my parents ever took me to. It's a classic and such a great show..

Don't see it if You are heartless

154 Reviews | 20 Followers
85
Delightful, Entertaining

See it if you want a great family musical with wonderful sets!

Don't see it if you don't like standard musical theatre.

423 Reviews | 53 Followers
84
Entertaining

See it if Missed the original. Anything beats the movie versions.

Don't see it if Looking for the original.

113 Reviews | 20 Followers
83
Entertaining, Quirky, Great writing

See it if You love largely ensemble shows with a child lead

Don't see it if You do not like shows largely played by children

184 Reviews | 377 Followers
83
Delightful, Entertaining, Family fun

See it if want to introduce children to live theatre or are a kid at heart and will enjoy this classic.

Don't see it if do not like kids or musicals with kids.

93 Reviews | 5 Followers
82
Refreshing, Entertaining, Delightful

See it if you want a family friendly show with great catchy songs

Don't see it if you don't love child centric stories.

175 Reviews | 20 Followers
80
Delightful, Entertaining, Sweet

See it if you enjoy classic shows in period settings and are looking for family-friendly entertainment.

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Critic Reviews (18)

Blog Critics
January 29th, 2015
For a previous production

"This production of the musical has everything the recent movie lacked – heart, exuberant performances, and gorgeous sets...Normally I’d complain about the repetitive nature of the score, but I’m a sucker for this one. It is impossible not to have these songs stuck in your head for many days after the show."
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Denver Post
May 3rd, 2015
For a previous production

"Solid and energizing production...The orphans are a charming ensemble...The deceptively spare set is excellent, especially the towering bridge that looms over a Hooverville that Annie discovers when she runs away. The choreography lives up to expectations: jazz hands, chorus lines, and the requisite hand-on-chin pose that declares the end of a musical number."
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News-Press
February 12th, 2015
For a previous production

"This new 'Annie' still roped me in with its adorable child actors, heartfelt songs, irrepressible charm and heart-on-its-sleeve optimism....In short, I wasn't bored at all. In fact, by the end of the show I was crying and clapping like I'd never even seen it before. I'm happy to see the show still has the power to charm audiences."
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TwinCities.com
April 1st, 2015
For a previous production

"What could send you into sugar shock in some hands instead is handled in a very down-to-earth fashion. It's a decidedly life-size 'Annie' in which its characters' individuality is emphasized at every turn...The only notable flaw is that the treble is turned up way too high on the audio, so much so that ear plugs are an inviting option...This show is a simple, sweet serving of endearing optimism."
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April 23rd, 2015
For a previous production

"The problem with this 'Annie' is it’s incredibly dated...In keeping with the 1930s theme, Annie affected a 1930s New Englander accent every time she sang that didn’t always match her speaking voice. Lose the accent and her personality would shine through more...We’d easily return to see 'Annie' for the the kids and Miss Hannigan and we’ve been singing the songs all morning long, but it really is time for 'Annie' to get an update."
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PostCrescent.com
March 25th, 2015
For a previous production

"The sun may come out tomorrow, but you'll be hard-pressed to find something brighter than the national touring production of 'Annie...' It's easy to see why 'Annie' has been treasured for so long. Packed full with hilarious moments, family-friendly sentiments and a sunny outlook, hearty chuckles and a feeling of nostalgia are inevitable. 'Annie' is just the trick to paste a giant grin on your face."
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R
March 12th, 2015
For a previous production

"This production is a breath of fresh air, likely to make most audience members feel pretty darned good about tomorrow...This is a solid production...Choreographer Liza Gennaro deserves praise for her work staging dance and movement throughout the musical."
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AXS.com
May 1st, 2015
For a previous production

"The charm of a show like 'Annie' wears a little thin as one gets older, but one look around the theatre on opening night and it’s clear that there is still plenty of magic in this classic favorite...There’s nothing new or updated in this production of 'Annie,' at least nothing that immediately jumps out at the average viewer. But the set design and technical elements are just as spectacular as you’d expect from a National Touring production, and the overall charm of 'Annie' is just as strong as it was when the show first premiered in 1977."
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