What People Are Saying

“It’s a thoughtful interpretation, making emotional sense of a comic-strip tale, with a remarkably fine Annie in Hazel Vogel [who] …adds depth to the proceedings [with] a lovely, clear singing voice”

— The New York Times

“A powerhouse performance filled with charm, spunk, and vocal talent beyond her years. Her rendition of ‘Tomorrow’ is nothing short of breathtaking, evoking hope and optimism that resonates deeply.”

“Vogel is a totally winning Annie…her choices are surprisingly mature and unlike any other Annie I’ve seen before…she infuses the Depression’s hopeful little optimist with an undercurrent of sadness [and] her “Tomorrow” is an anthem of defiance”

— TheaterMania

“Hazel Vogel, a spirited and spunky Annie who made me smile in remembrance of Andrea McArdle back in 1977…No mere wind-up toy, this 4’6” twelve-year-old is the real deal.”

— Theater Pizzazz

“Hazel Vogel delivers a true breakout performance in the title role, where she shines bright as a diamond.”

— Digital Journal

“She gave one of the most strong and authentic performances of Annie that I have ever seen. She perfectly captured the courage and vulnerability of this iconic character. Her voice blew me away to the point that I had a hard time believing she was only 12.”

— The Samford Crimson

“Tackling the titular role with rigorous aplomb and a revitalized approach to the ever-optimistic orphan, Hazel Vogel makes an extraordinary Annie…her singing voice is truly phenomenalthe tonal clarity, consistency, resonance, and overall strength is astonishing…The sun has come out— today— and her name is Hazel Vogel.”

— Theater Bloom

“With just the first few notes of ‘Maybe,’ I had full body chills. She completely and totally stole the show. There’s more talent in that girl’s pinky finger than in my entire body.”

— Fresno State Collegian

“Vogel brings a refreshingly warm and self-effacing spirit to the typically cloying title character”