Buellton's first community play Annie supports a local couple's adoption

The Buellton Arts Council is presenting Annie: The Musical at Solvang Festival Theatre on April 17–18, and the director is donating a portion of proceeds to help Nick and Cassandra Conforti adopt fraternal twins.

The Buellton Arts Council is presenting its first community theatre production, Annie: The Musical. The show opens for two nights at the Solvang Festival Theatre on April 17 and 18. Cast members include people of many ages from the Santa Ynez Valley and nearby communities. The production's adoption theme is meaningful to several participants. Key details: - The production is presented by the Buellton Arts Council and runs April 17–18 at Solvang Festival Theatre. - The company grew into the Santa Ynez Valley Community Theatre with performers from across the valley. - Rehearsals were held at the Solvang Festival Theatre and at Jonata Middle School's multipurpose room in Buellton. - The director has volunteered a portion of ticket proceeds to help Nick and Cassandra Conforti adopt fraternal twins. - The cast includes roles for all ages and features a performer portraying the radio announcer Bert Healy. Summary: The production serves as both the council's first performing arts initiative and a local fundraiser tied to an adoption. The two-night run will proceed as scheduled on April 17–18, and the director's donated proceeds are intended to assist the Confortis' adoption process.