A PRODUCTION of Annie in West Cumbria has had to be postponed.

Whitehaven and District Amateur Operatic Society had been rehearsing the musical, which had been due to run in the town’s Solway Hall from March 24 to 28.

But yesterday the society’s Lynn McTiffin confirmed that the production has been postponed. Members are hoping to reschedule it.

A statement issued by the society read: “This decision was not taken lightly, especially given how much work had been put into getting it ready for next week.

“However our priority is our cast, crew and their families, and friends, and you our wonderful community who have supported us over the years.

“Anyone who has purchased tickets online will receive an email from Ticketsource, and their monies will be refunded with any booking fee, unfortunately postage is not covered in the refund. If tickets were purchased direct from the Solway Hall, please contact them to arrange a refund.”

Neve Finn, 11, had been due to play Annie.