"We

are deeply disappointed in this development; however, we

still plan to stage "Annie" here in Fayette

County as soon as possible in 2001. We are working

closely with the licensee who represents the copyright

owners to determine a date that we can obtain permission

to stage the show.

"Our

first concern when we were notified of the cancellation

of our performance rights was the deep disappointment

this will cause so many youngsters who had notified us

that they would audition for a role in the

production," Wade added. "We are currently

working with the licensing authority to select a

replacement that meets our standards for quality,

family-oriented theater.

"We

will announce within the next few days the production

selected and its audition dates that will replace `Annie'

in our schedule for Oct. 5 - 15," she said.

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