Singing Opportunities in Musical "Little Women"
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Seeking singers for musical "Little Women". Please, see the detaiils below. About the musical: "Little Women" is a musical with a book by Allan Knee, lyrics by Mindi Dickstein, and music by Jason Howland. Based on Louisa May Alcott's 1868–69 semi-autobiographical two-volume novel, it focuses on the four March sisters— traditional Meg, wild, aspiring writer Jo, timid Beth and romantic Amy,— and their beloved Marmee, at home in Concord, Massachusetts, while their father is away serving as a Union Army chaplain during the Civil War. Intercut with the vignettes in which their lives unfold are several recreations of the melodramatic short stories Jo writes in her attic studio. Rate: This is a non-Equity production (all participation is on a voluntary basis), but directors are open to casting Equity actors. It is up to the individual to apply to Equity and obtain an exemption. Additional information: Production dates: April 24th to May 11th. Callbacks Tuesday Jan 28th (7-10pm). Audition Location: White Rock, BC. When applying, please submit a resume & head shot.
17 roles
The story's protagonist. Passionate, adventurous, and brave. She has the idea of writing Little Women and eventually becomes engaged to Professor Bhaer. E3-A5.
German Professor who exemplifies proper manners. He is a boarder in Mrs. Kirk's boarding house and eventually falls in love with Jo. G2-G4.
The youngest, most energetic sister with a rather pompous air about her. She later marries Laurie. Will double as Troll. F#3-Gb5
The world-weary, yet hopeful, oldest sister who yearns for a great life. She marries John and has twins with him. Will double as Clarissa. Bb3-B5.
The second youngest sister who tragically dies of Scarlet Fever. Peacemaker, lover, and an optimist who is always encouraging her sisters to dream. Will double as Rodrigo II. G3-G5.
The girls' mother. She is the strong backbone of the family, who is courageous despite the difficult odds she faces. Will double as Hag. Eb3- Eb5.
The bright-eyed boy-next-door with considerable charm. He loves Jo but later falls in love with Amy. Bb2-Bb4.
A formidable, over-bearing matron and great-aunt to the March sisters. The wealthy socialite in town. Will double as Mrs. Kirk. E3-F#5.
Laurie's tutor and a rather stiff man; shows very little emotion. He later marries Meg and changes. Will double as Braxton. E3-G4.
Laurie’s grandfather and the March Family neighbor. Gruff and hardened but softens over the course of his friendship with the March’s, closest to Beth. Will double as Knight. C3–D4.
Doubled Role. The New York boarding house proprietress that lodges Jo and Professor Bhaer. Irish, kindly, warm and motherly.
Doubled Role. The ingénue in Jo’s story: prone to fainting, sobbing dramatically, ultimately finds her courage.
Doubled Role. The villain in Jo’s story: classic mustache-twirling, dastardly fellow.
Doubled Role. The hero in Jo’s story: handsome, saving-the-day with much bravado.
Doubled Role. In Jo’s story: a wise hag whose unseemly looks hide wisdom.
Doubled role. In Jo’s story: an elderly Knight who possesses the key to Clarissa’s destiny. .
Doubled role. In Jo’s story: the real hero, Clarissa’s long-lost sister in disguise.
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