Cast and crew members of the Santa Ynez Valley Community Theater will bring Annie to life at the Solvang Festival Theater on April 17 and 18. See their months of hard work in action during the musical’s two-night run, supported by Buellton’s Arts and Culture Committee.
“This is more than just a play—it’s a celebration of the performing arts, a platform to inspire artists of all ages, and a powerful reminder of the importance of multi-generational theater in the Santa Ynez Valley,” according to the committee.
The musical is set during the Great Depression and follows orphan Annie on her venture to find her parents, believing she was left at the orphanage by mistake. Annie goes to live with Oliver Warbucks who helps her quest.
Along with local talent, professional guest artists were brought in to collaborate with the cast and foster an educational environment, according to the theater.
The two-and-a-half-hour show begins at 7 p.m. on April 17 and 18. Tickets are available online at solvangtheaterfest.org. Entry costs $15 for children and $20 for adults.
Solvang Festival Theater is located at 420 Second St. Call the box office with questions at (805) 686-1789.
This article appears in April 9 – April 16, 2026.
