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James Whitcomb Riley

Date of Death: July 22, 1916 (62)

Birth Place: Greenfield, IN, USA

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Interview: Stefanie Londino talks playing Miss Hannigan in ANNIE


By telephone recently from a tour stop in her hometown of New Brunswick, N.J., Londino talked about Miss Hannigan and more.

Review: ANNIE at Kauffman Center


If a musical comedy could be served up as comfort food, that show would look a lot like “Annie.”  Audiences have been lapping up the sweet story of Little Orphan Annie since it opened on Broadway in 1977.

Review: ANNIE JR. at Goodwood Theatre


This was a most enjoyable evening at the theatre.

The Adobe Theater Presents Zoom Entertainment For Halloween


The Adobe is keeping busy in bringing Zoom entertainment to Albuquerque and beyond!

The Adobe Theater Presents ZOOM BOO for Halloween


The Adobe Thetaer presents ZOOM BOO - for Halloween, Friday, October 30 and Saturday October 31 at 7:00pm.

Photo Flash: ANNIE is Now On Stage at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre


With red hair, grit, and plenty of spunk, America's favorite orphan proves her worth to a billionaire and a new generation as Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre presents Annie as its 2018 Season Family Show. Now on stage, the seven-time Tony Award winner stars 12-year-old Claire Kauffman in the title role.

ANNIE Comes to Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, Today


With red hair, grit, and plenty of spunk, America's favorite orphan proves her worth to a billionaire and a new generation as Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre presents Annie starting May 31. The seven - time Tony Award winner is the 2018 Season Family Show and stars 12 - year - old Claire Kauffman in the title role.

ANNIE Comes to Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, 5/31


With red hair, grit, and plenty of spunk, America's favorite orphan proves her worth to a billionaire and a new generation as Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre presents Annie starting May 31. The seven - time Tony Award winner is the 2018 Season Family Show and stars 12 - year - old Claire Kauffman in the title role.

BWW Review: Endearing ANNIE Graces the Memphis Orpheum


It's the time of year to reflect on the past and enjoy familiar stories that warm our hearts. In otherwords, 'tis the season for ANNIE. That spunky waif has been part of our American culture for more than 130 years. She was first penned into existence by poet James Whitcomb Riley in 1885. His poem, 'Little Orphant Annie',was inspired by Mary Alice 'Allie' Smith, an orphaned child who came to live in the Riley home.

Photo Flash: Meet the Cast - Greasepaint Youtheatre Presents ANNIE JR


One of America's most enduring and endearing icons takes the stage as Greasepaint Youtheatre presents ANNIE JR., running December 9-18, 2016. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the stars in costume!

Photo Flash: Meet the Cast - Greasepaint Youtheatre Presents ANNIE JR


One of America's most enduring and endearing icons takes the stage as Greasepaint Youtheatre presents ANNIE JR., running December 9-18, 2016. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the stars in costume!

Photo Flash: DreamWrights Youth & Family Theatre Opens ANNIE Tonight


Add 26 orphans, 58 assorted adults and teens, and 3 dogs together and you get …. two casts for ANNIE the Musical! ANNIE plays tonight, Nov. 30 thru Dec. 16 at DreamWrights Youth & Family Theatre. Get a first look at the show in the photos below!

Photo Flash: First Look at DreamWrights Youth & Family Theatre's ANNIE


Add 26 orphans, 58 assorted adults and teens, and 3 dogs together and you get …. two casts for ANNIE the Musical! ANNIE plays Nov. 30 thru Dec. 16 at DreamWrights Youth & Family Theatre. Get a first look at the show in the photos below!

Museum of the Moving Image Announces Daily Schedule of Programs 5/13-7/3


The Museum is housed in a building owned by the City of New York and its operations are made possible in part by public funds provided through the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, the New York City Economic Development Corporation, the New York State Council on the Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Humanities, the Institute of Museum and Library Services, and the Natural Heritage Trust (administered by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation). The Museum also receives generous support from numerous corporations, foundations, and individuals. For more information, please visit http://movingimage.us.

Museum of the Moving Image Announces Daily Schedule of Programs


The Museum is housed in a building owned by the City of New York and its operations are made possible in part by public funds provided through the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, the New York City Economic Development Corporation, the New York State Council on the Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Humanities, the Institute of Museum and Library Services, and the Natural Heritage Trust (administered by the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation). The Museum also receives generous support from numerous corporations, foundations, and individuals. For more information, please visit http://movingimage.us.

IUs Lilly Library to Celebrate 50th Anniversary With Collection of Rare Treasures


An exhibition of rare books and manuscripts to mark the 50th anniversary of Indiana University's Lilly Library will include treasures never before displayed together.

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