UPCOMING AUDITIONS
Director: Callison Hopkins
Vocal Director: Jennifer Rushton
Choreographer: Brooke Jerome
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.
AUDITION NOTICE
WHEN: Saturday, January 29, by appointment only. Click here to reserve your appointment time.
We will begin the evening with a movement audition from 6:00-7:00pm. The movement audition is mandatory for anyone interested in auditioning for the show. Please reserve a vocal audition slot between 7:00-9:00pm. Click here to reserve your appointment time. Callbacks will be held by invitation only on Sunday, January 30.
Each vocal appointment will last 5 minutes. You will be able to leave after your vocal audition. Please bring appropriate clothes for the movement call. Character shoes are preferred for women. No flip flops or sandals.
WHERE: Tanger Outlets. 5205 Airways Blvd., Suite 310. Southaven, MS 38671
WHO: Casting all roles in Little Women the Musical. Actors ages 15+
WHAT TO PREPARE: Please prepare 32 bars (30-60 seconds) of a song from the show. Please bring either your own track or sheet music in the correct key. A pianist will be in attendance and a bluetooth speaker will be provided. We will not have tracks available so you must provide your own. No Acapella auditions. If you have any questions, email companymanagerdft@gmail.com.
WHAT TO BRING: Please bring an 8x10 headshot and resume stapled. If you do not have a headshot, please bring a current photo. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes for dancing. No sandals or flip flops. Bring a completed audition form. You can find the audition form at the bottom of this page.
If you are unable to attend auditions on January 29, you may submit a video audition. All video submissions must be received by 5:00 PM CST on Friday, January 28. Please include a 30-60 second vocal selection from the show. Once you are ready to submit, be sure to include your video audition, headshot, resume and completed audition form. Send all materials to companymanagerdft@gmail.com.
Rehearsals begin February 21. Please see a tentative rehearsal schedule below.
Character Breakdown:
Jo March
Our story's protagonist. Passionate, adventurous, and brave.
Gender: Female
Age: Must be able to play 17 to 25
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: E3
Professor Bhaer
German Professor who exemplifies proper manners. He is a boarder in Mrs. Kirk's boarding house and eventually falls in love with Jo. German accent preferred.
Gender: Male
Age: Must be able to play 21+
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Amy March
The youngest, most energetic sister with a rather pompous air about her. She later marries Laurie.
Gender: Female
Age: Must be able to play 15 to 22
Vocal range top: Gb5
Vocal range bottom: -1
Meg March
The world-weary, yet hopeful, oldest sister who yearns for a great life. She marries John and has twins with him.
Gender: Female
Age: Must be able to play 21 to 25
Vocal range top: Gb5
Vocal range bottom: A#3
Beth March
The second youngest sister who tragically dies of Scarlet Fever. Peace-maker, lover, and an optimist who is always encouraging her sisters to dream.
Gender: Female
Age: Must be able to play 15-22
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Marmee March
The girls' mother. She is the strong backbone of the family, who is courageous in spite of the difficult odds she faces.
Gender: Female
Age: Must be able to play 30+
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: Eb3
Mr. Laurence
Gender: Male
Age: Must be able to play 30+ (over 50 preferred)
Laurie Laurence
The bright-eyed boy-next-door with considerable charm. He loves Jo but later falls in love with Amy.
Gender: Male
Age: Must be able to play 17 to 30
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Aunt March
A formidable, overbearing matron and great-aunt to the March sisters. The wealthy socialite in town.
Gender: Female
Age: Must be able to play 30+ (over 50 preferred)
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: E3
Mr. John Brooke
Laurie's tutor and a rather stiff man; shows very little emotion. He later marries Meg and changes.
Gender: Male
Age: Must be able to play 17-30
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: C#3
Mrs Kirk
Irish accent preferred.
Gender: Female
Age: Must be able to play 30+
DFT is committed to equitable and inclusive casting practices.