LCC's Annie Brings Familiar Faces Back to the Stage
From bustling New York City streets to the halls of the White House, Annie is filled with colorful characters who help make its story unforgettable. Lenoir Community College Foundation Performing Arts' production brings together returning performers and emerging talent, each adding a distinctive voice to the world of this beloved musical.
The show, directed by Lenoir Community College’s Jessica Cruz, will take place November 13-15 and November 20-22, 2026, at LCC in the Briley Auditorium on the Turner Stage. This production is part of the LCC Foundation Performing Arts Series. Tickets are available now at www.lenoircc.edu/lccfpa. Ticket prices: accessible seating $15.00, orchestra seating $20.00, standard seating $15.00, and student standard seating (ages 4–17; 18+ student ID required) $10.00.
Four cast members take on a mix of memorable supporting roles, bringing humor, warmth, and experience to the Turner Stage.
Turner White portrays Bert Healy and Harold Ickes. A nursing student at the University of Mount Olive, White is appearing in his third LCC Foundation Performing Arts production after most recently performing in Footloose.
Alexander Suggs brings Drake, the dependable butler in the Warbucks household, to life. A passionate young performer, Suggs loves theatre, music, and storytelling. He enjoys discovering new artists and musical styles, and looks forward to growing through each opportunity to create a character onstage.
Paul Sugg takes on three roles: Bundles, Officer Ward, and President Franklin D. Roosevelt. This marks Sugg's second LCCFPA production, following his appearance in The Sound of Music last fall.
Rose Cruz plays Star to Be, an aspiring performer whose optimism reflects the spirit of the show. Her previous roles include Anya in LCCFPA’s Anastasia and Wednesday in NBCT's The Addams Family. Cruz played Annie opposite Bob Wagner in 2018, when Hurricane Florence cut the production short. This year, she is thrilled to return to the story and finish what she started.
Whether returning to a favorite show or stepping into a new role, these performers help make Annie a celebration of resilience, music, and the promise of tomorrow.
