Sioux Falls, SD (11/04/2025) — Spotlight Theatre Company at the Washington Pavilion is thrilled to present ANNIE JR., a heartwarming youth musical adaptation based on the popular comic strip and adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical of everyone’s favorite little redhead. Featuring 68 student actors and technicians in grades 3–12 from 30 schools, this show celebrates a diverse showcase of young talent. ANNIE JR. will premiere at the Orpheum Theater Center with five performances from November 13-16.
Inspired by the timeless “rags to riches” story, this performance of ANNIE JR. brings two worlds to life through its style, movement and tone. From the dusty, tattered “rags” of Miss Hannigan’s orphanage to the 1930s-cartoon-inspired mansion full of Warbucks’ “riches,” Annie’s journey is dazzling and frayed. Just as Annie searches for belonging, many of the young artists in this cast and crew have found their own sense of home in Spotlight. This show provides a sense of family, friendship and classic musical numbers in this sparkling rendition of ANNIE JR.
“What this cast and crew has created goes far beyond what you’d expect from a youth production — this is top-notch theatre,” says Bob Wendland, Director of Performances for the Washington Pavilion. “From the technical precision behind the scenes to the energy and talent on stage, it showcases the passion and professionalism of these young performers. Come support Sioux Falls’ rising stars!”
Spotlight Theatre Company provides students aged 6–18 with opportunities to showcase their talents in professional-level theatre performances throughout the community. Generous support from sponsors Avera, The First National Bank in Sioux Falls, Empowered Girls Coach and Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield has made ANNIE JR. performances possible.
Don’t miss this heartwarming story of hope, family and finding where you belong — live at the Orpheum Theater Center! To purchase tickets, go to SiouxFallsOrpheum.com or visit the Washington Pavilion Box Office at 301 S. Main Ave.
About the Orpheum Theater Center
The Orpheum Theater Center in downtown Sioux Falls features two distinct spaces: the 686-seat Historic Orpheum Theater, built in 1913, and the Anne Zabel Studio Theater with room for up to 250 people. The center hosts plays, concerts, dance and other forms of entertainment throughout the year. It is also a venue for weddings, meetings, banquets, conferences and trade shows and offers office space for several organizations as well. The Orpheum Theater was listed on the national register of historic places in 1983. On July 1, 2019, Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. began overseeing its operations, both in managing the facility and ticketing events.
About Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. (WPMI)
Washington Pavilion Management, Inc. is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the largest arts organization in the state. The management company oversees and programs two historic City of Sioux Falls facilities: the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Science and the Orpheum Theater Center. The company also provides professional management services, including administration; arts, science and educational programming; ticketing; event management; marketing; and more to other arts and nonprofit organizations. For information, please or visit WashingtonPavilion.org.
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