PROGRAM
Book by
Thomas Meehan
Music by
Charles Strouse
Lyrics by
Martin Charnin
Annie KIDS
is presented through special arrangement with
and all authorized materials are supplied by
Music Theatre International
New York, NY
(212) 541-4684
mtishows.com
Based on "Little Orphan Annie" By Permission of the Tribune Media Services, Inc.
Friday, June 26th, 2026 at 7pm
The Switch Theatre
inside Ji-Eun Lee Music Academy
10029 East 126th Street, Suite D, Fishers, IN 46038
CAST
Taylor
Annie
Taylor is so excited to be playing the role of Annie in Annie Kids! She is an incoming 5th grader at Fall Creek Intermediate. This is her first production at Ji-Eun Lee. Her favorite role she has played was Fiyero in Wicked. Outside of theater Taylor likes to dance, take voice lessons, and play the piano. She hopes you enjoy the show!
Violet
Molly / New Yorker
Violet, age 9, is an incoming fourth-grader who loves to read and sing! During the school year, she is in choir and hip-hop, jazz, and ballet classes. She participated in her school’s Wizard of Oz musical earlier this year, and is so excited for her first performance at Ji-Eun Lee Music Academy!
Nahla
Pepper / New Yorker
Nahla is 10 years old and will be entering 5th grade as a homeschool student. She made her stage debut last year as part of the ensemble in Elf Jr. Nahla played Berlioz in The Aristocats earlier this summer and is excited to be in her second summer production with JLMA. In addition to theater, she enjoys dancing, listening to K-pop music, and spending time with friends and family. She is grateful for this opportunity and hopes you enjoy the show!
Erin
Duffy / New Yorker
Erin, age 8, is a 4th grader at Fortville Elementary. She is thrilled to be making her theater debut in Annie Kids! Erin enjoys playing piano, singing, softball, and baking. When Erin grows up, she wishes to be a Broadway performer.
Kinley
July / New Yorker
Kinley, age 10, is a soon-to-be 5th grader at Cumberland Road Elementary School. She has been studying piano and performing most of her life. Outside of entertaining family and friends (on and off stage), Kinley enjoys art and music, playing soccer, exploring new places with her family, doing impressions, watching 80s movies, and cheering on the Indiana Pacers.
Lucy
Tessie / New Yorker
Lucy, age 10, is a 5th grade dancer and theater enthusiast who’s been dabbling in acting and dancing ever since she was little. She also likes soccer, track and spending time with her family and friends.
Clara
Kate / New Yorker
Clara, age 12, is a seventh grader at Fall Creek Junior High and is thrilled to be part of her first production at Ji-Eun Lee Music Academy. She was most recently seen on stage as Madame Morrible in Wicked, and has also appeared in productions of Grease and Legally Blonde. In addition to her musical theater experience, Clara performed for three years in the ballet production of Littlest Angel and participates in her school choir.
Hannah
Miss Hannigan
In addition to performing in "Matilda, Jr." and "Aladdin Kids!," Hannah has previously played the role of Amaryllis in "The Music Man" with Anderson's Mainstage Theater. Hannah is excited to return to the stage this summer for "Annie Kids!" and "Tuck Everlasting" (Anderson Mainstage Theater). Hannah enjoys camping, hanging out with her five siblings, and taking care of her pet rabbit. Entering eighth grade, Hannah is homeschooled and plays the piano, violin, flute, and ukulele.
Eleanor
Bundles / Star-To-Be /
New Yorker / Orphan
Eleanor is thrilled to be making her first theatre appearance outside of school productions and is excited to continue doing what she loves most—performing on stage! When she's not singing, dancing, or acting, Eleanor enjoys traveling, visiting museums, riding roller coasters, boating and tubing, swimming, and spending time with friends and family. And, of course, no list of her favorite things would be complete without chocolate!
Edee
Apple Seller / Star-To-Be / New Yorker / Orphan
Edee is age 10 and will be starting 5th grade. She enjoys playing mudsock volleyball and is on the cheer team at Deveaus. Edee loves to spend time outdoors and swimming with friends. She loves to cuddle her two dogs Blossom and Percy.
Isla
Sandy / New Yorker / Orphan
Isla Erickson is 8 years old and excited to be entering 4th grade this fall. This is Isla’s second performance and her first with Ji-Eun Lee Music Academy. She previously appeared in her school’s production of The Wizard of Oz as a Lullaby League Tot and loved the opportunity to perform on stage.Isla’s favorite activities include singing, tumbling and cheerleading. She has been participating in competitive cheer for the past three years and loves learning new skills, challenging herself, and being part of a team. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends and brings lots of energy and enthusiasm to everything she does.
Kenna
Star-To-Be / Lt. Ward / Orphan / New Yorker
Kenna, 10, will be a 5th grader at Oak Trace Elementary School this fall. Her interests include crafting, all things Hamilton, building fairy gardens in her backyard, dancing, and playing the drums. She has been dancing since age 3, recently focusing on musical theater jazz, and started playing drums this year. This is her third summer production with JLMA. She previously portrayed Elsa's snow in Frozen Jr. and Avis (carpet) in Aladdin Jr.
Grace
Rooster Hannigan /
New Yorker
Grace, age 10, will be a 6th grader at St. Louis DeMontfort Catholic School. She has been in multiple productions at Ji-Un Lee as well as her school and dance studio. Her favorite roles include playing Nala in the Lion King and Jojo in Seussical. When not doing theatre, her interests include choir and singing competitions, dance, art, volleyball, and playing with her friends.
Elise
Lily St. Regis / New Yorker
Elise is a rising 6th grader at Riverside Intermediate. This is her 4th year attending summer camp at JLMA. Elise enjoys singing, sports and running. Her favorite role so far at JLMA has been young Anna in Frozen Jr.
Nora
Grace Farrell
Nora is an 11 year old girl. Nora loves being outside, swimming, being with friends and acting!
Percy
Oliver Warbucks
Percy, who has previously performed in "The Music Man" and "Aladdin Kids!," is a homeschooler entering sixth grade. He is also currently participating in "Tuck Everlasting" with Anderson Mainstage Theater. He participates in Trail Life, collects sloth stuffed animals, and plays the double bass.
Miranda
Usherette / New Yorker / Orphan
Miranda is thrilled to be appearing in her very first production at JLMA! She is 7 years old and will be starting 2nd grade this fall. When she’s not on stage, Miranda loves swimming, playing softball, reading books and spending time with her sister. She is excited to share the stage with her new friends!
Becky
Bert Healy / New Yorker / Orphan
Becky,age 11, is a 6th-grader in the HSE district. She has been performing in theater for three years. Becky loves performing in theatre and dance and recently joined the school orchestra. Outside of theater she loves to read and spend time at the pool.
Abigail
President Franklin D. Roosevelt / New Yorker / Orphan
Abby is 8 years old and excited to be entering third grade this year. She has previously performed in Aladdin, Shrek, and Aristocats. In her free time, Abby enjoys putting on plays with her friends and playing with her dog, Lizzy. She also participates in Girl Scouts, piano, gymnastics, kickball, and cheerleading.
Mila
Louis Howe / New Yorker / Orphan
Mila is excited to be performing in her very first theater production! She is 8 years old and loves cheerleading, spending time with friends and family, and making people smile. Mila would like to thank her family and directors for their support and hopes you enjoy the show!
Lydia
Grumpy Man / Orphan /
New Yorker
Lydia is 9 years old. She enjoyed performing in school choir last year and is excited to perform in her first musical! She likes reading, playing the piano, watching movies, and swimming at the pool.
Song List
Maybe
It's The Hard-Knock Life
Tomorrow
Little Girls
Easy Street
N.Y.C.
You're Never Fully Dressed Without A Smile
Maybe (Reprise)
Tomorrow (Reprise)
Production Team
Ji-Eun Lee
Executive Director
Abigail Rose Veselsky
Artistic Director
Emma Shafer
Assistant Director
Elle Gregory
Student Counselor
Doug Whisman
Set Designer
Doug Whisman
Light/Sound Engineer
Cassidy Lane
Stage Manager/Admin
Special Thanks
A Heartfelt thank you to all the parents and families of our youth theater students for your incredible dedication and support. Your commitment to the performing arts and to our school helps create a vibrant, creative community where young artists can truly shine. We are grateful to have you as part of our theater family!
Production Photos
