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.
Co-Directed by: Anna Rae Brown & Michaela Cramer
Musical Direction by: Alisha McFarlane
Choreography by: Anna Rae Brown
Auditions will be December 6th and 7th from 6-8:30 pm
Callbacks Thursday December 9th from 6-8 pm
Production dates: March 3-6, 2022
The Historic Sorg Opera House
63 S Main St, Middletown, OH 45044
Please prepare 16-32 bars of a Broadway song similar to the show.
Please make sure to make sign up for your slot by visiting www.signupgenius.com/go/5080E4BADAD29A2FA7-auditions4.
Casting
Cast Size: Small (Up to 10 performers)
Cast Type: Ensemble Cast
Dance Requirements: Standard
Character Breakdown
- Jo March
Our story’s protagonist. Passionate, adventurous, and brave. She has the idea of writing Little Women and eventually becomes engaged to Professor Bhaer.
Gender: Female
Age: 18 to 23
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: E3 - Professor Bhaer
German Professor who exemplifies proper manners. He is a boarder in Mrs. Kirk’s boarding house and eventually falls in love with Jo.
Gender: Male
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: G2 - Amy March
The youngest, most energetic sister with a rather pompous air about her. She later marries Laurie. Can double as Troll.
Gender: Female
Age: 14 to 18
Vocal range top: Gb5
Vocal range bottom: -1 - Meg March
The world-weary, yet hopeful, oldest sister who yearns for a great life. She marries John and has twins with him. Can double as Clarissa.
Gender: Female
Age: 21 to 25
Vocal range top: Gb5
Vocal range bottom: A#3 - Beth March
The second youngest sister who tragically dies of Scarlet Fever. Peace-maker, lover, and an optimist who is always encouraging her sisters to dream. Can double as Rodrigo II.
Gender: Female
Age: 17 to 21
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: A3 - Marmee March
The girls’ mother. She is the strong backbone of the family, who is courageous in spite of the difficult odds she faces. Can double as Hag.
Gender: Female
Age: 45 to 55
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: Eb3 - Mr. Laurence
- Laurie Laurence
The bright-eyed boy-next-door with considerable charm. He loves Jo but later falls in love with Amy.
Gender: Male
Age: 18 to 23
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2 - Aunt March
A formidable, over-bearing matron and great-aunt to the March sisters. The wealthy socialite in town. Can double as Mrs. Kirk.
Gender: Female
Age: 45 to 60
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: E3 - Mr. John Brooke
Laurie’s tutor and a rather stiff man; shows very little emotion. He later marries Meg and changes.
Gender: Male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: C#3 - Ensemble
Behind the Curtain Cincinnati 