now becomes…
Dear friends, community and supporters:
After a year and a half of a lot of hard work and so much heart, I regret to inform you that The Annie will be closing its doors at 1 Washington Street within the next month.
We are proud to have earned a solid reputation for outstanding and innovative theatreworks born out of the historic and modern folklore of Cape Ann, as well as for our Cape Ann After Dark cultural events, unique children’s programs and The Conservatory- our foundational mentoring program for young creatives. We have received supportive donations from kind patrons & sponsors, and we are honored to have received an award of recognition from the Gloucester Historical Commission for Greasy Pole, The Musical! Indeed, we have been called a “Cape Ann treasure”… but the truth is that the costs of this space have proven too much for our community to sustain.
Although we must close our doors at The Annie, we are excited to take this opportunity to sprout wings as Henry Allen’s North Shore Folklore Theatre Company. Still Gloucester-based, the new company will form partnerships with venues around Cape Ann and the North Shore to bring stories of the past to life in the very places and spaces that inspired them. Simply stated, we will now bring our shows, workshops and classes out of the theatre and into the community itself, making the arts truly accessible to all.
Keep expecting great things, including the upcoming 2nd Annual TRAGABIGZANDA Political Theatre Festival, The UnAdulterated Cabaret, Murder on Rocky Neck The Opera, The LobstahCrackah Ballet, and more!
Thank you for your continued love and support of our important work. Please keep in touch via the website, Facebook, and email. I will do my best to provide updates as they come to light. Donations can still be made securely through Fractured Atlas, our fiscal sponsor. (https://www.fracturedatlas.org/site/contribute/donate/4582). We need your support now more than ever during this transition.
In service,
Henry Allen
Director
I’m sad to hear that The Annie is closing, Henry. Your kindness, community spirit and enthusiasm are a blessing to Gloucester.
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So sorry The Annie is closing. You have been a mentor to many that have passed thru the doors.Gloucester is blessed to have you in our community. Hang in there Henry. We’re all here to support you in your new venture. Hugs and best wishes, Richard’s grandmother(Roberta)
Hi Henry,
I’m sorry to hear that, but you will be so much freer to be and do what you love without that expensive albatross hanging around your neck. Best, EJ
Ellen Lefavour Khan Studio http://www.khanstudiointernational.com 857-891-9054 khanstudio@comcast.net
Best wishes Henry
Selma Bell sallybell@aol.com
Dear Henry: You are a tremendous asset to the community, and it’s a shame to see The Annie Close. I will tell every one, so that more doors can open for you, and your endeavors. I wish that the cost of everything wasn’t so expensive, so that we could all keep things afloat more easily!!
Peace be with you, and may GOD love, light, bless, and speed always!!
Love in GOD and Music!! – Bonnie Barish.
Good luck Henry–never give up.
T Max 🎵 http://www.thenoise-boston.com PO Box 353 Gloucester MA 01931 617-331-9637
Henry, you have always had wings. Now you fly to a different direction, that’s all. Soar inspired.
hi Henry, it was a pleasure to be able to attend one of your plays and look forward to your upcoming events,
You are truly an inspiration to all and the kids are so LUCKY to have you in their lives. Hugs and kisses, Kathy
Hi Henry,
Sorry to hear the news about the Annie closing but excited to hear the news about your new venue! Would you like to be a guest on Cape Ann Report on September 5 to talk about the new venture?
Best,
Donna L. Gacek Executive Director Cape Ann Regional Cable Access Television 978-281-2443 capeanntv.wordpress.com “In Life – be a positive person; surround yourself with positive people; be kind to all; think and do for others when you can; and make a plan so your dreams can become a reality no matter what stage of life you are in. If you follow these simple rules and thoughts, life will be good for you and all.”
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Henry, one theater can’t hold all of your inspirations and visions. I can’t wait to see what you do now that you are mobile! You are meant to soar.
Dear Henry,
So sorry to hear the news of The Annie-loved your productions-but fully understand the cost of sustainability-think it’s a great idea to use other spaces and get creative with staging. Best wishes,
Susan Frey
good luck in your new venture. you are a wonderful additiion to gloucester and an inspiration to all !!!!!!.
Hi Henry ~
Soaring like an eagle gives anyone a much better view of all the possibilities. Plus more freedom to pick and choose. I am really looking forward to seeing what you do next with all your talent.
Love to you from afar and continue to be the light in the community that you are by inspiring others to use their imagination via performing arts. Love and light to you dear friend!
Best of luck – hope you will keep the same mailing list for your events! So glad to hear you are pursuing your endeavors despite the loss of the space.
One door closes and another one opens!!!!! You will do great things no matter where the performances are…. I love you, I love your talent, and I love your perserverance!!!!
Congratulations on your new theatre and limitless opportunities Henry.
Linda
Hi Hen, I am so sorry to read that the Annie has closed after all your hard work, but I know that you will see this as a stepping stone to a new future, as you know my motto has always been “It will become Apparant” !!! Take Flight and good luck.
Wen.
Really sorry to hear this Henry, I was just visiting your site to get the link info for my site for The Annie, and read this. When you have a link for your new venture – Henry Allen’s North Shore Folklore Theatre Company – if you do, I’m happy to add it to my site; I will put this one in for now with your new venture name (love it!) and I do hope to be involved somehow very soon (Christmas show maybe?) either acting, or with my music, in some way. One door closes, another opens, as they say. And you were fab last night at the Cape Ann Big Band concert, really enjoyed it.
Best,
Julie
Julie Cleveland, Instructor
Cape Ann Piano Studio