Star Student Sienna Shines in Annie at the Kings Theatre!
Portsmouth, UK — Rising young performer Sienna Salter wowed audiences and critics alike this week with her standout performance in the title role of Annie at the iconic Kings Theatre.
A dedicated student at Theatretrain Portsmouth, 12-year-old Sienna has been training in musical theatre from an early age. She began her journey working with Company Director James Percy at just six years old, before going on to join Theatretrain Portsmouth. Since then she has quickly become one of the school’s most hard-working and talented young performers.
“I’m so proud of Sienna,” said James. “She is a testament to what can be achieved through dedication and hard work. She listens intently, takes direction like a professional, and always brings her best.
After her star turn as Dorothy in our production of The Wizard of Oz, it’s no surprise she stole the show as Annie.”
The performance received glowing reviews from local theatre critics.
Opening Night Reviews wrote:
“A star was well and truly born on the Kings Theatre stage this evening… Sienna Salter was absolutely outstanding as the title character. Annie is a show I have seen a number of times over the years, and I can honestly say that was by far and away the most faultless, professional, and most charming performance of that role I have ever seen… A sublime performance, and Miss Salter’s standing ovation was well and truly deserved. Something tells me we’ll be needing to watch this name in the coming years.”
The Portsmouth News wrote:
Sienna Salter was mesmerising as she captivated the audience with her show stopping voice and ability to hit every note without fault. The stage is clearly where she belongs and her rendition of ‘Maybe’ was absolutely sensational.
The Bourbon Rooms wrote:
Leading the charge is the phenomenal Sienna Salter as Annie. Her performance is nothing short of breathtaking as she commands the stage captivating with her natural charm, optimism and vulnerability. Sienna Salter is Annie – a star with a voice that soars and a spirit that shines! There simply aren’t enough superlatives to describe this young lady. She is a superstar in the making.
Reviewer Steve Carter added:
“Sienna Salter was phenomenal, giving Annie real likability, with the most beautiful clean vocals. Her rendition of Tomorrow created a moment of stillness across the entire theatre.”
Sienna’s Theatretrain training includes weekly classes in acting, singing, and dancing, where she continues to grow as a triple-threat performer. With her professionalism, stage presence, and passion for musical theatre, it’s clear that this talented young performer is just getting started.
Annie runs until Sunday 20th April at The Kings Theatre.
Sienna can also be seen, alongside a cast of over 100 young performers, in Theatretrain’s production of BUGSY MALONE at The New Theatre Royal Portsmouth on Saturday 26th July.
