NBC's ANNIE LIVE! (2021) - News & Discussion Thread — Page 15

Am I the only one here who sees a traditional red Annie finale dress and curls? Every version of Annie has their version of the red dress -- outside of 1977 and 20th Anniversary (which was a carbon copy of original) have had different version -- all are red with some type of white---and all have Annie's hair in some type of ringlets or tight curls. People are complaining about the most bizarre issues -- especially ones that are inaccurate....

Sutton Ross said: "Lolz. Some people can't deal with change and the low key racist statements are very interesting."

Lolz. Some people see racism where it isn't because they can't get it out of their mind. It's kinda deranged you can't see costumes have nothing to do with race, and this actresses hair could easily be styled in a traditional Orphan Annie manner (you've never seen an Afro? pretty much the same style).

Updated On: 10/27/21 at 05:54 PM

Sutton Ross said: "Lolz. Some people can't deal with change and the low key racist statements are very interesting."

I feel like the cat eye glasses and handkerchief hem are going in one direction and the cardigan and flower print are going in another. It's like they're splitting the difference between Carol Burnett and Kathy Bates.

joevitus said: "smallvillefan16 said: "Am I the only one here who sees a traditional red Annie finale dress and curls? Every version of Annie has their version of the red dress -- outside of 1977 and 20th Anniversary (which was a carbon copy of original) have had different version -- all are red with some type of white---and all have Annie's hair in some type of ringlets or tight curls. People are complaining about the most bizarre issues -- especially ones that are inaccurate...."

Annie's collar wasn't rounded at the tips. Also, the belt is traditionally white, too. It looks like....well, the cartoon image someone else has posted aboe And, no, prior to the Rob Marshall production, every professional production has used pretty much the identical design, including the John Huston movie (though the collar was shorter). It's an essentially 20/30's-style collar that you can see in a lot of fashion magazines and movies of the period."

So basically you're complaining because of a belt color and if a collar has pointed or rounded tips? That's pretty hilarious and a little bit desperate. It's also weird because the 1999 version is the one that least resembles the 77 version (color, material, collar) and reason most high school and regional productions use the basic costume is because it's cheaper to either make or buy. The 2012 version is also different from the very comic book look of the 77/97 versions. So, basically, you're just upset that they aren't following something already done in 77 and 82? You do you, boo.

Updated On: 10/30/21 at 06:22 PM

So no, it does not matter.

Yeah, Strouse, who's response to the idea of a Little Orphan Annie musical was "That's the worst idea I've ever heard!" probably doesn't care. I do. I hate the loss of any connection to the original strip, as it means Harold Gray is being eclipsed from the work he inspired.

Free tickets to attend the taping on 12/1 and the live broadcast on 12/2, in Bethpage, Long Island:

https://onsetproductions.com/calendar/details.aspx?showID=601

Updated On: 11/12/21 at 09:46 AM

Also, a heads-up regarding tickets: it’s not the standard first-come, first-serve situation - you have to qualify in order to get tickets. They ask for a photo and you have to write up something to apply for tickets. You’ll be told a few days prior to the airdate if you are getting tickets. They offer the 3pm filmed dress rehearsal or the live 8pm broadcast. A zip code is also required so looks like they will narrow it down to those living in the NYC area.

Talk about a bombshell announcement!

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