“The Sun Will Come Out…” For The Musical "Annie" At CTC

By Ray Bassett

Published December 5, 2025 at 12:34 AM EST

Sidney Cooper, who plays Annie in Chattanooga Theatre Centre’s production of the Broadway musical - with Kim Jackson, incoming executive director at CTC.

At Chattanooga Theatre Centre, it’s only a day away.

“Annie” - the musical about a young orphan and a billionaire with a heart of gold in 1930’s New York City - premieres at CTC on Friday, December 5th and runs through Sunday, December 21st.

Kim Jackson is the incoming executive director at CTC.

Sidney Cooper plays Annie.

Banner for “Annie” at Chattanooga Theatre Centre.

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