Goodbye Dayton!

We did it! Previews are over and we had a successful run here in Dayton. I always love meeting our new little fans at the stage door. Check out the switch-a-roo that Mikey (SANDY) and I made. The crew is loading out and moving the set to our next stop.....Burlington, VT!

Curtains Rise! Let the Previews begin in Dayton...Break a Leg!

I am so excited!! Just wanted to THANK the entire cast and crew for working so hard this week and I know I am very lucky to be "ANNIE". Special Thanks to David Zack and Sydney Steele for pushing me to be the best that I can be. Sari.....SaSa....I will LOVE you forever and ever!

MADISON KERTH (Annie) from New Orleans is delighted to be returning for her second National Tour of Annie. Her favorite NOLA regional credits include Annie (Annie) and Aristocats (Duchess). When not on stage she enjoys cooking, reading, and swimming. Special Thanks to Jonne Dendinger, Bill Berloni, Martin Charnin, NETworks Presentations, Our Awesome Annie Cast and Crew, Tchefuncte Middle School Music and Theatre Teachers, Nancy Carson, Mom, Dad, Nick, Family, and Friends.
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Christmas Season for "ANNIE" kicks off in Dayton!

Tonight I was honored to sing "Tomorrow" at the Dayton Christmas Spectacular that was held downtown next to the Schuster Center where "Annie" will be playing. The crowds were huge and the entire production was first class! There was so much Christmas spirit in this one block including a mini fair with rides, a tree lighting event, and a children's Christmas parade. Thank you so much for allowing me to sing tonight!

Happy Thanksgiving to Ya'll! I have so much to be thankful for!

I was so happy to be able to watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade but I did miss my family at home. Hope your Fried Turkey came out good! We celebrated ANNIE style at a great restaurant and with great friends. Thanks to Jack and Mr. Kary at Networks for arranging such a good meal and fun time! Back to work tomorrow cause we have only a day to be prepared for previews! So to all the ANNIE fans out there.....Get your tickets cause we are ready to rock!

She's Got the Look!

Mikey and I could not sleep late today because it was time to get my hair "DID"! HA!
The Annie hairdressers and my mom took me to have my hair cut and colored for the opening of our tour. Just so happens that the salon was on Madison Street! After a long day of dress rehearsals, we were so lucky to have Chris from the orchestra from last tour waiting to see us!

Happy Birthday Martin....and many more from the ANNIE Tour!

Today was Martin Charnin's Birthday! The orphans prepared a special birthday song to the tune of Hard Knock Life....He loved it!
Tech week continues but leave it to David Zack to challenge us in a DS battle.....we will miss him when he leaves. Speaking of leaving...I was sad to see Bill leave today but hopefully we'll see him on the road soon. For all those "Sandy" lovers out there, check out the Ladies Home Journal for a great article about Mikey (aka Sandy) in the 2009 December issue!!

Welcome Back Annie Peeps!

The entire cast is now here in Dayton so we are just waiting on the rest of the orchestra and a few crew members and we will be a complete company once again!
Last night was a fun reunion for returning Annie peeps and a great opportunity to meet the new "peeps" too!

Day 2 of Rehearsals= Reward Dinner from our CM Jack and a Good Night Sleepover with Mikey!

Our Company Manager Jack took the orphans and parents to the "Red Robin Restaurant" for a great dinner....Thanks Jack! Tonight was my first sleepover with Mikey on this tour. He fell asleep while watching "The Cat in the Hat"!

Day 1 of Rehearsals!!! I'm so excited to be back to work!

WOW....It's a Hard Knock Life for Us but we loved every minute.
Today was the orphans "official" first day of rehearsals for the 2009-2010 Annie National Tour. Lots of singing, blocking, and dancing which felt great!
Happy Birthday Bill Berloni.....Orphan style with a musical card and cupcakes.
Special Thanks to Jim and Molly and the entire costume staff for my costume fitting!!!!!

We made it to Dayton!

After a day long of traveling, we are here in Dayton, Ohio and I was so happy to see the returning cast and crew & meet the new ones! The rest of the cast will be here on Sunday night and we will be one big happy family. I am so excited about getting back on stage for rehearsals for the next week or so. We have a jammed packed schedule but I will love every minute. Just want to say to my dad and brother....mom and I miss you guys already and clean the house! HA!
I wanted to Thank Martin and Networks for giving me this opportunity again and I am honored to be your ANNIE!

What does a school Social Studies Fair and Preparing for the role of Annie have in common?

WORK!

Getting ready for a great time!

Today I picked up my books from school and when I got home I was so surprised...... one of my former teachers, Ms. Erwin, left about 50+ books for me to read on the road, beautiful ink pens, and some of the most unique jewelry from Egypt! She also left me Egyptian money! Thanks Ms. Erwin! You are the greatest fan, not to mention, a cool teacher!

A picture from my farewell send off!

Tomorrow is almost here!

I am so excited to travel on tour again as ANNIE with the best cast and crew~ We begin Rehearsals in Dayton, Ohio on November 20th and I am eager to meet the new cast members and get to know them. I can't wait to see my old friends, too! The days are going by so fast and I can't believe that were only about four days away. I know that this tour will be just as much fun as the last. Until next time readers!!
- Madison Kerth
"Annie"