Before the show started, audio which sounded like radio shows from the time period filled the Piccadilly Theatre, helping to get the audience into the frame of mind for a show set in 1933. I was slightly disappointed that the overture wasn't played at all, as it is one of my favourite pieces of music.
The show started with the orphans in their bedroom, and I was really impressed by their skills and performance, as well as the costume and set. However, I did find the jigsaw pattern on the stage floor and surrounding the stage to really fit with the musical itself. On the show I attended, Annie was being portrayed by Ruby Stokes, who performed amazingly, especially whilst putting on an American accent at the same time.
For someone who isn't trained in musical theatre, I was impressed by Miranda Hart's performance. Her singing wasn't the strongest, but as Miss Hannigan is known to drink often, I think it just really adds to the character and the performance. However, the only thing that I think was difficult, was hating her as a character for how she treats the orphans, and what she plans to do with Annie along with her brother, Rooster (Jonny Fines) and his girlfriend, Lily (Djalenga Scott).
However, I think the show was truly stolen by the dog that played Sandy. I am without a doubt such a dog person, so this didn't shock me at all. She was so well behaved, and was also really cute!
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