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.

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AUDITION NOTICE

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WHEN: Saturday, August 23, by appointment only. Click here to reserve your audition time.

Callbacks will be held by invitation only on Monday, August 25.

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WHERE: LRP Studios
1672 Mississippi Valley Blvd
Southaven, MS 38671

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WHO: Casting all roles in Little Women: The Musical. Open to actors ages 15 and older.

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WHAT TO PREPARE: Prepare 32 bars (approximately 30–60 seconds) of a song from the show. Accompaniment tracks from Little Women will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own. A Bluetooth speaker will be available. For questions, email artisticdirectordft@gmail.com.

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WHAT TO BRING:

• 8x10 headshot and résumé (stapled). If you do not have a headshot, bring a current photo.

• Completed audition form (available at the bottom of this page).

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VIDEO AUDITIONS: If you are unable to attend in person on August 23, you may submit a video audition. All submissions must be received by Friday, August 22 at 5:00 PM CST. Include a 30–60 second vocal selection from the show. Email the following materials to artisticdirectordft@gmail.com:

• Vocal Selection

• Headshot

• Résumé

• Completed audition form

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REHEARSALS: Begin October 6. Please see the tentative rehearsal schedule below.

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CLICK HERE to reserve your audition appointment.​

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Character Breakdown:​

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Jo March

Passionate, headstrong, fiercely independent. A tomboyish aspiring writer who struggles between family duty and her creative ambitions. Rejects Laurie’s proposal, ultimately finds her path with Professor Bhaer.

Age Range: 18-23

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Professor Bhaer

Intellectual, kind, and steady. A thoughtful German scholar boarding in New York where Jo meets him. Critiques her early writing and becomes her partner.

Age Range: 30-45

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Amy March

The youngest sister. Fashion-conscious, ambitious, and occasionally vain. Seeks elegance and societal recognition. Travels to Europe with Aunt March, returns matured, marries Laurie.

Age Range: 14-18

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Meg March

The eldest sister. Responsible, romantic, and traditionally feminine. Initially drawn to high society life, she matures into a caring wife and mother, marrying John Brooke.

Age Range: 21-25

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Beth March

Sweetly shy and nurturing, Beth is the soulful heart of the family and a gifted pianist. Selfless and gentle, she befriends Mr. Laurence. Contracts scarlet fever and later dies in Act II.

Age Range: 17-21

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Marmee March

The moral and emotional anchor of the March family. Strong, compassionate, and generous. Keeps the household together during the Civil War.

Gender: female

Age Range: 40-55

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Theodore "Laurie" Laurence

Charming and exuberant neighbor who becomes like a fifth March sister. Loyal and fun-loving, but emotionally complex. Proposes to Jo, later marries Amy.

Age Range: 18-30

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Mr. Laurence

Laurie’s wealthy, initially stern grandfather. Warms to the March family, especially Beth, gifting her his late daughter’s piano.

Age Range: 50-70

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Aunt March

A formidable, over-bearing matron and great-aunt to the March sisters. The wealthy socialite in town. 

Age Range: 45 to 60

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Mr. John Brooke

Laurie’s tutor and Meg’s eventual husband. Reserved, reliable, honorable. Warms as he falls in love.

Age Range: 30 to 40

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Mrs. Kirk

Warm Irish boarding-house owner in New York who houses Jo and Professor Bhaer.

Age Range: 40-50

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