Little Women The Musical Audition Notice

Name: Little Women The Musical Audition Notice
Start: 2025-04-06T19:00:00-07:00
Location: 710 Figueroa St, Folsom, CA 95630-2514, United States

Schedule

Sun, 06 Apr, 2025 at 07:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

710 Figueroa St, Folsom, CA 95630-2514, United States | Folsom, CA

WHEN: Sunday, April 6th at 7:00 PM
WHERE: Sutter Street Theatre Annex, 710 Figueroa Street, Folsom, CA 95630
CALLBACKS: Tuesday, April 8th at 7:00 PM (Invitation only)
***If you are unable to attend the April 6th Audition, you may submit an audition video via email to the Director for consideration. Your video should include your name, what role you are interested in (if any), what you will be singing, and your prepared 16-32 bar cut of a musical theatre song. Your email should include your contact info and your resume and headshot (if you have them) as well as any conflicts you may have for rehearsal/performance dates. Video submissions should be sent to [email protected] no later than 11pm on Sunday, April 6th.***
The audition will consist of a prepared song (16-32 bars) and cold readings from the script.
WHAT TO BRING:
A headshot and resume if you have them.
16-32 bar cut of a song that demonstrates your vocal abilities. Please bring an accompaniment on a phone/CD.
A complete list of any conflicts you have during the rehearsal schedule.
There can be no conflicts during tech week or performances.
REHEARSAL SCHEDULE: May 5 – June 12, 2025
Monday-Thursday, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
TECH WEEK: June 9 – June 12, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
PERFORMANCE DATES: June 13 – July 13, 2025
Fridays & Saturdays at 7:30 PM
Sundays at 4:30 PM
Book by Allan Knee
Music by Jason Howland
Lyrics by Mindi Dickstein
Directed by Kenny Brian Gagni
Assistant Director, Lindy Mallonee
Assistant Director, Dena Jimena
Music Direction & Choreography by Connie Mockenhaupt
Rated: G
SYNOPSIS: 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.
Little Women the Musical embodies the complete theatrical experience. We are seeking versatile actors who can convey the show’s themes of personal discovery, heartache, and hope, through strong vocals, strong acting, and some movement. As much as there is plenty of opportunity for female actors ranging from age teens to 60s, there are also excellent key male roles that are just as important to the story.
CHARACTERS:
Jo March (Female, playing age 18-23) Our story’s protagonist. Passionate, resourceful, and fiercely independent. Deeply devoted to her sisters. A skeptic of romance, she eventually becomes engaged to Professor Bhaer. Even though she is brash and headstrong, she has moments of vulnerability as she navigates young womanhood and her dreams of becoming a writer.
Amy March (Female, playing age 14-18) The youngest, most energetic sister with a rather pompous air about her. Constantly in the shadow of Jo, she is impulsive and temperamental. She ages later in the story to become a cultured and refined young woman who marries Laurie. May double as Troll.
Meg March (Female, playing age 21-25) The world-weary, yet hopeful, oldest sister who yearns for a great life. Responsible, kind, with a strong sense of moral duty. She marries John and has twins with him. May double as Clarissa.
Beth March (Female, playing age 17-21) The second youngest sister who tragically dies of Scarlet Fever. A peacemaker, lover, and an optimist who is always encouraging her sisters to dream. A virtuous and quiet soul with a passion for music and the piano. May double as Rodrigo II.
Margret “Marmee” March (Female, playing age 45-55) The girls’ mother. She is the strong backbone of the family, who is courageous in spite of the difficult odds she faces. May double as Hag.
Aunt March (Female, playing age 45-60) A formidable, overbearing matron and great-aunt to the March sisters. The wealthy socialite in town. May double as Mrs. Kirk.
Theodore “Laurie” Laurence (Male, playing age 18-23) The bright-eyed boy-next-door with considerable charm. His adventurous spirit draws him to Jo, but it is Amy who he later falls in love with.
Mr. Laurence (Male, playing age 45-60) Laurie’s grandfather and the Marches’ next-door neighbor. Mr. Laurence seems gruff, but he is loving and kind.
Professor Bhaer (Male, playing age 25-45) German Professor who exemplifies proper manners. He is a boarder in Mrs. Kirk’s boarding house. Has no problem being honest and blunt with Jo, but can’t help falling in love with her.
John Brooke (Male, playing age 25-40) Laurie’s tutor. A rather stiff man, he is reserved and respectable and shows very little emotion. It is not until he meets Meg that he shows his courageous selflessness and big romantic heart.
Depending on cast needs and director’s discretion, some principles may or may not double, in which case these “doubled” roles may be cast individually to actors that will serve as the ensemble.