The drama department, orchestra and band collaborated together to put on a production of Annie, the musical by Thomas Meehan, on Thursday, Jan. 26 to Saturday, Jan. 28 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium for $10 at the door. The seats were filled with students, staff, and family – all laughing smiling and enjoying the remake of a classic tale of girl trying to find her way.

Making its debut stage opening in 1977 at the Alvin Theatre, Annie won over the hearts of hundreds as a fiery red haired orphan who is trying to make the best out of life despite living with the cynical orphanage caretaker, Miss Hannigan. But, as she is taken in by the successful Oliver Warbucks, she goes on a journey of self discovery and strong will as he helps her  to track down her biological parents. When complications arise, Warbucks comes to Annie’s aid and together they rediscover the meaning of family.

Leading roles were played by Allison Giles (Annie), Elizabeth Abruzzese (Grace), Tristen Hill (Miss Hannigan), Thomas Quintanilla (Rooster) and Carson Zoch (Oliver Warbucks).

Crystal Laurie, production manager and theater teacher, knew the show would be a great hit and encouraged students and staff to come and show their support.

“I think someone should come and see Annie because it’s really fun and the students have worked really hard on learning the script, coming to dress rehearsals, pretty much everything that goes into a production since October,” Laurie said. “Also it’s a story I think all ages would like and portrays a good message that the students, the young kids and even grandparents can enjoy and relate to.”

As the show unfolded before the audience’s eyes it was evident Giles and the rest of the crew put their all into their performance. The songs and singing were on point and evoked childhood memories of long winter nights folded up in blankets on the couch with a steaming mug of cocoa. And as the show came to a close and the crowd stood up to give a standing ovation, anyone could tell this was one to go down in Cy-Ridge history, especially with Patches, Bryan Moses’ dog, playing Sandy the lost dog, running around the stage.