The Pearl Theater is looking for actors ages 12-99 for Louisa May Alcott's American classic story of love and family set a midst the stands the test of time. A captivating story brought to life in this glorious musical is filled with personal discovery, heartache, hope, and everlasting love. Based on Louisa May Alcott's life the musical 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.
Open Call Audition Dates:
Sunday, January 17, 2016 3pm
Monday, January 18, 2017 7pm
Actors will audition in order of arrival. You only need to attend one night of auditions to be considered for a role.
Location: Pearl Theater, 14803 Park Almeda Dr, Houston, TX 77047
Audition requirements: One minute dramatic monologue. One verse and chorus from a show tune, preferable in the style of Little Women: the musical. For example, songs from The Light in the Piazza. NO accompanist will be provided but you may provide a tack or sing acapella. If callbacks are necessary they will consist of cold readings from the script, and a few songs from the show and a short dance call.
Performances: March 4 - 12, 2016
Director: Brennan Blankenship
Musical Director: Carol Daubert
All roles are available. All actors should bring a current headshot (or recent photo) and 1 page acting resume or list of theater/performing experience. If cast, actors must commit to rehearsal as frequent absences, etc will not be tolerated. Please consider this before auditioning.
CAST BREAKDOWN:
AMY MARCH The youngest, most energetic sister with a rather pompous air about her. She later marries Laurie. Female, 14-18 yrs old. Range: Cb4 – Gb5
BETH MARCH The second youngest sister who tragically dies of Scarlet Fever. She is the peace-maker, lover, and an optimist who is always encouraging her sisters to dream. Female, 17-21 yrs old. Range: A3 – G5
JO MARCH Passionate, adventurous, and brave. She has the idea of writing Little Women and eventually becomes engaged to Professor Bhaer. Female, 18-23 yrsold. Range: E3 – A5
MEG MARCH The world-weary, yet hopeful, oldest sister who yearns for a great life. She marries John and has twins with him. Female, 21-25 yrs old. Range: A#3 – Gb5
MARMEE MARCH The girls’ mother. She is the strong backbone of the family, who is courageous in spite of the difficult odds she faces. Female, 45-55 yrs old. Range: Eb3 – Eb5
AUNT MARCH A formidable, over-bearing matron and great-aunt to the March sisters. The wealthy socialite in town. Female, 45-60 yrs old. Range: E3 – F5
LAURIE LAURENCE The bright-eyed boy-next-door with considerable charm. He loves Jo but later falls in love with Amy. Male, 18-23 yrs old. Range: Bb2 – Bb4 MR.
JOHN BROOKE Laurie’s tutor and a rather stiff man; shows very little emotion. He later marries Meg and changes. Male, 30-40 yrs old Range: C#3 – F#4
PROFESSOR BHAER A German Professor who exemplifies proper manners. He is a boarder in Mrs. Kirk’s boarding house and eventually falls in love with Jo. Male, 35-45 yrs old. Range: G2 – F#4
For questions, please contact us or call 713.340.2540
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