Little Women
by Bastrop Opera House

Jan. 28 (2023)

 

Under the guidance of their beloved mother, the four young March sisters — tempestuous Jo, motherly Meg, shy Beth, and spoiled baby Amy — struggle to keep their family going while father is away in the Civil War. In this beautifully dramatized adaptation of the classic novel, even as privation, illness, and sibling rivalry cast their shadows, each girl strives to find her true self. 

Adapted by Marsha Chamberlain

Directed by Gretchen Westbrook

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Little Women | Directed by Gretchen Westbrook

Auditions: January 28th, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Rehearsals: To begin
Show Dates: April 4-30, 2023 weekends

Sides will be provided by the director for cold readings.

Characters:

Jo March – Female, 15-20
Our story’s protagonist. A Passionate and determined young author struggling to find her place in the world.

Amy March – Female, 13-17
The youngest, most energetic sister with a rather pompous air about her.

Meg March – Female, 18 – 24
The world-weary, yet hopeful, oldest sister who yearns for a great life.

Beth March – Female, 14-18
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.

Marmee March – Female, 30-45
The March girls’ mother. She is the strong backbone of the family, who is courageous in spite of the difficult odds she faces.

Aunt March – Female, 50-65
A formidable, matron and great-aunt to the March sisters. The wealthy socialite in town.

Father- male. 50-65
He is serving as a Chaplain for the Union Army during the Civil War. Loves his family but feels the need to serve his country

Theodore ‘Laurie’ Laurence – Male, 16-22
Lonely and charming boy next door who becomes firm friends with the March family.

John Brooke – Male, 22-34
Laurie’s tutor. A reserved and hard-working young man who only shows his tender side when he falls in love with Meg.

Mr. Laurence – Male, 55-70
Laurie’s grandfather. A stern elderly man who eventually shows his softer side and becomes friends with Beth. –

Hannah – 20 + female
The loyal housekeeper of the March family