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Wanted: Canine talent to star in Annie

Sandy's his name, if you please - and your dog could be starring as him in the upcoming Royal City Musical Theatre production of Annie. The theatre company is holding auditions on Saturday, March 1 to find a dog to play Sandy in the musical.
Julia MacLean, Annie, Royal City Musical Theatre
Julia MacLean stars as Annie in the upcoming Royal City Musical Theatre production – and your pooch could be sitting right next to her. Auditions are being held Saturday, March 1 to find a dog to play Sandy.

Sandy's his name, if you please - and your dog could be starring as him in the upcoming Royal City Musical Theatre production of Annie.

The theatre company is holding auditions on Saturday, March 1 to find a dog to play Sandy in the musical.

Interested dogs should be friendly and good with people, especially children. They must be able to follow commands - formal obedience training is an asset - and in good health, with up-to-date vaccinations.

Canine stars must be available for performances April 10 to 26, and the owner or caregiver must be in attendance at performances.

The owner or caregiver must also be on hand at all rehearsals starting March 12. Those run daytimes on Sundays and evenings on Wednesdays and Thursdays.

And sorry, Sandy, this isn't a get-rich-quick opportunity - it's a volunteer position.

Dogs of all breeds are welcome to try out.

Auditions, which will be held at the Queen's Park bandshell in New Westminster, are by appointment only. Email [email protected].