Little Women is licensed from MTI
Based on Louisa May Alcott's life, Little Women follows the adventures of sisters, Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March. Jo is trying to sell her stories for publication, but the publishers are not interested – her friend, Professor Bhaer, tells her that she has to do better and write more from herself. Begrudgingly taking this advice, Jo weaves the story of herself and her sisters and their experience growing up in Civil War America.
Seeking strong actors and singers for this small ensemble. Must be 16+ years old to audition.
Auditions will be virtual
Please send a video with both a song and scene for the character you are interested in being considered for. You may be asked to read additional scenes or read for additional characters.
Audition deadline
Audition videos should be submitted by November 15th, 2024.
Rehearsal Schedule
Rehearsals will take place January 21-March 13 on Tuesdays and Thursdays (6-10pm), and Sundays (3-10pm) There are additional evening rehearsals during tech week.
Most rehearsals take place at Lancaster Alliance Church.
Performance Schedule
Performances will be touring across Lancaster County to schools, retirement communities, and other venues from March 14 - April 12.
Casting
Because of the busy performance schedule we are anticipating double casting all of the roles, and also casting additional swings to cover multiple roles.
Character Breakdown
Jo March
Age: 18-26
Vocal range: E3-A5
Mezzo soprano
The second of the four sisters. A passionate and determined young author, struggling to find her place in the world. Independent and fiery, she rejects Laurie's proposal before eventually becoming engaged to Professor Bhaer.
Marmee March
Age: 40-50
Vocal range: Eb3-Eb5
Mezzo
Marmee is the backbone of the March family and manages to remain strong in spite of the difficulties she faces. She only reveals her true fears and pain when she sings.
Professor Bhaer
Age: 30-40
Vocal range: G2-F#4
Baritone
A sensible German professor boarding with Mrs. Kirk. Persuades Jo that she is “better” than the “blood and guts stuff” she writes. Falls in love with, and eventually becomes engaged to Jo.
Meg March
Age: 20-30
Vocal range: A#3-Gb5
Soprano
The eldest and most traditional of the sisters. Prim and proper but romantic and sweet-natured. She marries, and has twins with John Brooke.
Beth March
Age: 16-24
Vocal range: A3-G5
Soprano
The second youngest of the sisters. Timid and musical, Beth encourages and helps her sisters selflessly. Forms an unlikely friendship with the crotchety Mr Laurence but tragically dies of scarlet fever in Act 2.
Amy March
Age: 16-21
Vocal range: B3-Gb5
Soprano
The youngest sister who yearns for a sophisticated life, Amy is the baby of the family and is used to getting her own way. Ladylike and elegant, she eventually marries Laurie.
Theodore “Laurie” Laurence
Age: 16-26
Vocal range: Bb2-Bb4
Lonely and charming boy next door who becomes firm friends with the March family. Proposes to Jo but eventually falls in love with and marries Amy.
Mr. Laurence
Age: 50-80
Vocal range: D3-E4
Baritone
Laurie’s grandfather. A stiff and stern elderly man who eventually shows his softer side and gives Beth the beloved piano that belonged to his dead daughter.
Aunt March
Age: 50-80
Vocal range: E3-F5
Mezzo-Soprano
A formidable and haughty great-aunt to the March sisters. Exasperated by Jo's lack of propriety, she decides to take Amy to Europe.
John Brooke
Age: 25-40
Vocal range: C#3-F#4
Baritone
Laurie's tutor. A reserved and hard-working young man who only shows his tender side when he falls in love with Meg.