Casting Call For Musical "Little Women"
Seeking strong singers, dancers, and actors for the 2024 production of "Little Women". ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Please see the breakdown below. About the project: SYNOPSIS: Based on author Louisa May Alcott's life and her book of the same name, Little Women follows the adventures of four sisters, Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March, as they grow up in Civil War America.The beloved story of the March sisters is timeless and deals with issues as relevant today as when they were written. Produced nationally and internationally, Little Women has been praised by critics for its ambition in adapting such a well-known story for the stage. This timeless, captivating story is brought to life in this glorious musical filled with personal discovery, heartache, hope and everlasting love - the sounds of a young America finding its voice. Little Women embodies the complete theatrical experience, guaranteeing a night filled with laughter, tears and a lifting of the spirit. Additional info: CALLBACKS: Saturday, September 21 BY INVITATION ONLY, 12:30 – 4:30 pm. Please keep this time available in case you are called back. PRODUCTION DATES: Rehearsal Dates: September 29 to November 21, 2024 Typical Rehearsal Times: Sunday- Thursday evenings 6/6:30 – 9:30 pm, and Saturdays for fight and dance choreography and (Other times may be added, but will be with sufficient notice.) Not all actors will be called for all rehearsals. Actors may also be called for part of a rehearsal. (All schedules are subject to the Production teams’ needs and will be given by the Stage Manager) Please note the following dates will not be accepted as conflicts: Photo Shoot: TBD Tech Weeks: Sunday, November 23 to December 5, 2024 (there will be a Thanksgiving break). Even if you are out of town this week, or part of this week, you are still encouraged to audition. Performances: December 5 – December 22 (12 Total) Opening weekend: Thurs. Fri. and Sat. PM, Sun. matinee (4 performances) Second weekend: Thurs. Fri. PM and Sat. & Sun. matinee (4 performances) Closing weekend: Thurs. Fri. PM and Sat. & Sun. matinee (4 performances) Strike: Sunday December 22, after final performance If you are interested, please apply.
18 roles
The world-weary, yet hopeful, oldest sister who yearns for a great life. She marries John and has twins with him. Will also learn the role of Clarissa. Vocal range top: B5 (above staff) – Vocal range bottom: A#3
Our story’s protagonist. Passionate, adventurous, and brave. She has the idea of writing Little Women and eventually falls in love with Professor Bhaer. Vocal range top: A5 – Vocal range bottom: E3, belt to Eb5 **Understudy for Jo (will get 1 – 2 performances)
The second youngest sister who tragically dies of Scarlet Fever. Peace-maker, lover, and an optimist who is always encouraging her sisters to dream. Will also learn the role of Rodrigo 2. Vocal range top: G5 – Vocal range bottom: A3
The youngest, most energetic sister with a rather pompous air about her. She later marries Laurie. Will also learn the role of Troll. Vocal range top: F#5 – Vocal range bottom: B3
The girls’ mother. She is the strong backbone of the family, who is courageous in spite of the difficult odds she faces. Will also learn the role of Hag. Vocal range top: Eb5 – Vocal range bottom: Eb3
The bright-eyed boy-next-door with considerable charm. He loves Jo but later falls in love with Amy. Will also learn the role of Rodrigo. Vocal range top: Bb4 –Vocal range bottom: Bb2
German Professor who exemplifies proper manners. He is a boarder in Mrs. Kirk’s boarding house and eventually falls in love with Jo. Vocal range top: F#4 – Vocal range bottom: G2
Laurie’s tutor and a rather stiff man; shows very little emotion. He later marries Meg and changes. Will also learn the role of Braxton. Vocal range top: G4 – Vocal range bottom: C#3
A formidable, overbearing matron and great-aunt to the March sisters. The wealthy socialite in town. Will also learn the role of Mrs. Kirk. Vocal range top: F#5 – Vocal range bottom: Eb3
Laurie’s grandfather and a cranky and stiff neighbor of the Marches’. Changes from a curmudgeon to a loving, compassionate friend. Will also learn the role of Knight. Vocal range top: D4 – Vocal range bottom: Bb3
The owner of the Boarding house in New York. A bit dramatic, but kind. Mezzo-Soprano. Also swing for Aunt March. Ensemble – these actors will play these roles as well as get 1 – 2 performances as the swing role.
A character in Jo’s story. Brave and romantic. Soprano. Sword-play/fighting. Also swing for Meg. Ensemble – these actors will play these roles as well as get 1 – 2 performances as the swing role.
A character in Jo’s story – the villainous aristocrat. Tenor/Baritone. Sword-play/fighting. Also swing for Mr. John Brook and Professor John Bhaer. Ensemble – these actors will play these roles as well as get 1 – 2 performances as the swing role.
A character in Jo’s story. The brave hero. Tenor. Sword-play/fighting. Also swing for Laurie. Ensemble – these actors will play these roles as well as get 1 – 2 performances as the swing role.
A character in Jo’s story. A resident of the dark and scary forest. Mezzo-soprano. Also swing for Marmee. Ensemble – these actors will play these roles as well as get 1 – 2 performances as the swing role.
A character in Jo’s story. Lives in the dark and scary forest. Soprano. Also swing for Amy. Ensemble – these actors will play these roles as well as get 1 – 2 performances as the swing role.
A character in Jo’s story. Aged and frail. Baritone. Also swing for Mr. Laurence. Ensemble – these actors will play these roles as well as get 1 – 2 performances as the swing role.
A character in Jo’s story. Still heroic…..Soprano. Also swing for Beth. Ensemble – these actors will play these roles as well as get 1 – 2 performances as the swing role.
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