WHO'S WHO IN THE CAST?
Ella Woods (Annie): This marks Ella's seventh performance on The Pure Imagination Stage! She was previously seen as Belle/The Old Beggar Woman/Enchantress in Disney’s Beauty & The Beast, Mimi Marquez in RENT, and Audrey in Little Shop of Horrors. and Ella would like to thank the entire cast of Annie, for their hard work, and their talented ability, and willingness to wear multiple hats (and costumes) to pull this off, and Buddy Woods (you'll see him tonight as Annie, but in his day to day he is Ella's equally loveable, and loyal fur baby)! Ella would like to dedicate this to anyone who has had a rough go at it, whether it be for a moment, a day, or more, remember, the sun will come out, in some way our form!
Jasmyn Garnder (Miss Hannigan/Woman on the Street/Broadway Hoofer): Is doing her forth play with Pure Imagination Theater. You may previously have seen her in Disney’s Beauty & The Beast, as a Silly Girl & Mrs. Potts, Angel in Rent, and Ronette in Little Shop of Horrors.
She enjoys working on theses show, and with the amazing people who have become family, and will always remember these experiences. She would like to thank Ella Woods casting her in these shows, and can not wait till the next one to see what it holds for her as an actress. She hopes that everyone will enjoy the play, and the hard work, but fun, that it takes to put them on for you!
Melissa Gardner (Pepper/Homeless Woman/Grace): appears for the second time on the Pure Imagination Theater. She previously played a Silly Girl, and Babette in Disney’s Beauty & The Beast. She would like to thank Ella Woods, who gave her the chance to shine as a main, and supported role in the show.
She has been in SL for 1 year and 10 months, and has learned so much.
She would like to dedicate this performance to the awesome place that has given me my adopted daughter, Tenzy .
Teddy Gardner: (Street Vendor/ Policeman 2/ Warbucks): Appearing in his fourth performance at Pure Imagination Theater, Teddy was previously seen in such productions Disney’s Beauty and the Beast (Lumiere & The Beast), RENT (Roger), and Little Shop of Horrors (Seymour). He is having fun and enjoys doing them! He would like to thank all his friends for a really good time in rehearsals, and during the shows!
RockandRoll Michigan (Mr. Bundles/Dog Catcher/Policeman 1/ Drake/Balloon Man/Rooster): This is Rock's fourth play with the Pure Imagination players, and he is happy to be working with such a fine cast. Rock is performing his role in this play for the love of being part of something bigger than himself, and as a sign of respect for his extended family. "The bond that links your true family is not one of blood, but of respect and joy in each other’s life.” – Richard Bach
Buddy (Broadway Hoofer/Sandy/Pepper U/S): Buddy is appearing in his fifth outing at Pure Imagination Theater as Annie's faithful dog, Sandy. He has previously performed as Maurice in Beauty and The Beast, Mark Cohen in "Rent", Mr. Mushnik in Little Shop Of Horrors and as Mr. Fox and Madame in "Cinderella". Buddy would like to thank the entire cast for being so supportive and for making this production possible. He would also like to dedicate his performance to the person who always looks out for, and takes care of him, Ella Woods.
Alysisa Heartsong (Molly/Maid): is making her second appearance on the Pure Imagination stage! She would like to thank her Grandma and Grandpa, Jasmyn and Teddy, respectively, for inviting her to try out, she dedicated this performance to her parents Melissa, & Jon, Jack, her best friends and sisters, Angie and Kasha as well. She really enjoys testing new roles and being in the plays.
Tamara Coz (July/Maid): is making her debut performance at Pure Imagination Theater! She is so excited to be in this play. Thank you Ella Woods, for giving me a chance. She really enjoys ANNIE, and becoming a family member of this wonderful group of people who have helped her though her struggles of learning the play and SL. “Hope you all enjoy this play as much as I enjoy doing it!”
Actress for Hire (Star to Be/Lily St. Regis): is making her third appearance on the Pure Imagination stage, previously, she was seen as Madame in Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella, and Patty Simcox in Grease. She is thrilled to come out of semi-retirement to tell this beautiful story (and to add some humor and bawdiness to it as the ditzy Lily). She is having a blast, and is looking forward to whatever the future holds for her with this group. All the best!
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Actor for Hire (FDR): Is making his fourth appearance on the Pure Imagination stage. He was previously seen as Gaston/Cogsworth in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Benny in RENT, and Eugene in Grease. He welcomes the chance to play a character that is not the villain for a change (although he relishes that as well, and can’t wait for another go at it). Enjoy the show!