Show Synopsis
Assigned with the super boring task of writing a morality tale for girls, Louisa May Alcott turns to figures and stories from her life for inspiration. The lines between fact and fiction begin to blur as her novel comes to life before her and things get a little weird. Louisa must confront her characters, family, and a demanding public. Life may be the best inspiration, but what if you are afraid to learn who you are?
Character Breakdown
Marmee (Mrs. March)/Mrs. Alcott/Aunt March (female-identifying characters, ~40s but open to younger if the right fit) She is a doer. With an absent husband and four girls (Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy) to raise in 19th century America, Marmee’s got her plate full. Her exterior may read “cool as a cucumber” but looks can be…you know. For Aunt March, come ready to explore her dark side. What a
monster!
Laurie (Theodore Laurence) (male-identifying character, 20s-30s) Laurie longs to be a member of the March family. Hmm, be alone with grandfather? Or play across the street in a house full of rambunctious girls? He and Jo form an unconventional best friendship. Born into wealth and opportunity, he rebels against the future his grandfather sees for him. Should we
trust him to steer for himself? He doesn’t always read signs well…
John F. Brooke (male-identifying character, 25-40) Tutor, perfect gentleman, sister stealer. Sure sure, he’s supernice…whatever. (Laurie’s tutor and Meg’s suitor. Jo isn’t excited by the prospect of her sister being taken away.) This actor will also play a handful of smaller characters and needs to bring a real sense of play to the table.
Meg March/Anna Alcott (female-identifying characters, 20s-30s) This actor doubles as Louisa’s real-life sister, Anna Alcott, who was the inspiration for the character Meg March. The eldest Miss March is a guiding hand to her younger sisters. She is aware of an underlying vanity in herself. She’s torn between longing to reclaim the life of luxury she experienced as a
child and finding satisfaction in the reduced means her family now possesses. She’s in an awful hurry to be treated like a grownup, but can she even make a proper jelly?
Jo March (female-identifying character, 20s-30s) Writer, sister, daughter, friend, niece…but is she doing any of it right? Why can’t girls run and adventure like boys? So many ideas and not enough time with a quill in hand. Jo is the second oldest of the March girls and possesses an energy she struggles to “properly” channel.
Friedrich Bhaer/Father (Mr. March)/Jenny Snow One actor plays all three characters (male & female-identifying characters, 30s-40s). Bhaer is a German immigrant and former professor who tutors to provide his limited means. He is not the stuff of girls’ dreams but possesses an intellectual charm. Father is off fighting for the North in the Civil War and missing his family
every day. He is a transcendentalist. Jenny Snow is Amy’s arch nemesis but believes herself to be the nicest girl in the world.
Lady/Lily Almy (female-identifying characters, 20s-30s) Lady is a figure that continually pops up in Louisa’s life. She sees her at parties, the general store, on the street, within the character’s she writes. Louisa is continually drawn in by her and cannot seem to shake her. Lily Almy is a Regina George queen bee. She reigns supreme over her underlings and has the attitude to
prove it.
What To Prepare
After going to SignUp Genius and making an appointment, sides will be sent from the producers along with other helpful information for preparation. It is advantageous to have at least read a summary of the novel Little Women and have a basic knowledge of its plot and characters.
Additional Info
From the team behind the award winning, Ladies in Waiting: The Judgement of Henry VIII, comes their newest production meg jo beth amy & louisa. Inspired by Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel, but…This is Not Your Marmee’s Little Women! After successful runs in New York City, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C., Tier5 is thrilled to bring this show to Arizona and to find its newest cast members.
★Performers of all races, ethnicities, and gender identities are encouraged to submit. ★
We also WELCOME ACTORS OF ALL ABILITIES
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**SignUp Genius appointment instructions**
Please include in the Comments Section the character(s) you are interested in. We will reply with sides, further information to help you prepare for your audition, and an audition form to fill out.
Producers Hilary Kelman and James Cougar Canfield will be in attendance at the auditions.
