PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE

 

Little Women will open on Friday, Feb. 5, 2027, for a 9-performance run. YOU MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR EVERY PERFORMANCE.​

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Friday, Feb. 5 – 7:30 pm

Saturday, Feb. 6 – 7:30 pm

Sunday, Feb. 7 – 2 pm

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Friday, Feb. 12 – 7:30 pm

Saturday, Feb. 13 – 7:30 pm

Sunday, Feb. 14 – 2 pm

 

Friday, Feb. 19 – 7:30 pm

Saturday, Feb. 20 – 7:30 pm

Sunday, Feb. 21 – 2 pm

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REHEARSAL SCHEDULE

 

There will be a mandatory cast orientation and read-through on Sunday, Dec. 6 at 6:30 pm at Las Cruces Community Theatre.
 

Music rehearsals and character work (times TBA): Dec. 7-10 and 13-17

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Rehearsals will resume on Sunday, Jan. 3, 2027.

 

Beginning in January, rehearsals are tentatively scheduled for 6 to 9 pm, Sunday through Thursday. A detailed rehearsal calendar will be provided to the cast.

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All principal characters will be required to attend music rehearsals before Christmas break. If you are unable to attend several of these rehearsals, you may not be eligible for a principal role.

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Questions or concerns? Please contact the director, Chelsey Juenemann, at chelseyjuenemann@gmail.com or 785-443-0904.

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INCLUSIVE CASTING

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If you see yourself in any of these characters, please audition – regardless of how the character has traditionally been portrayed in movies or other productions.

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We are committed to inclusive casting and welcome actors of all races, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, and heritages, as well as disabled and neurodivergent performers.

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Alternative script access, additional reading time, or other reasonable audition accommodations can be arranged upon request.

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The four March sisters and Laurie will ideally be cast as a cohesive group rather than separated into “young” and “old” casts. We encourage actors to show their versatility and ability to portray the age range of their character.

 

Principal characters must be 18 or older. Younger actors may be considered for the “Operatic Tragedy” Players and Ensemble.

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INTIMACY & PHYSICAL CONTACT

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Actors auditioning for or cast as Jo, Laurie, Meg, John, and Professor Bhaer should be aware that these roles include choreographed moments of intimacy. These moments may include kissing, hugging, and other affectionate physical contact.

 

Specific moments include:

• Meg and John: Kiss and hug throughout the show, then marry

• Laurie and Jo: Laurie kisses Jo on the lips; Jo pulls away

• Jo and Professor Bhaer: Kiss on the lips 2-3 times

 

All moments of intimacy will be choreographed with an intimacy coordinator and developed within each actor’s stated boundaries and consent.

 

Actors will have the opportunity to discuss questions or concerns about these moments during the audition and rehearsal process.

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WHAT TO EXPECT AT AUDITIONS

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Auditions will be scheduled in 30-minute blocks, with up to four actors per block. Actors will audition individually within their scheduled block. Please arrive at the beginning of your scheduled block and plan to remain for approximately 30 minutes.

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Each audition will include:

• A brief introduction

• A short 32-bar cut of musical theatre song

• A reading from the provided Little Women sides

 

Please prepare a 32-bar cut of a musical theatre song that is either in the style of Little Women or fits the characters you are auditioning for. Choose a song that showcases your vocal ability, expressive storytelling, and understanding of your character. Please bring your own backing track; a bluetooth speaker will be provided.

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Please familiarize yourself with the sides before your audition. You do not need to memorize the sides. We are interested in seeing your interpretation of the character, not your ability to memorize material for an audition.

 

When You Arrive

1. Check in in the lobby and complete the audition form, if you haven’t already. You may also complete the audition form ahead of time here: https://lcctnm.fillout.com/littlewomenmusical

2. If you are new to the theatre or director, please provide a current photo. If you do not have one available, we can take one when you arrive.

3. List any rehearsal conflicts on your audition form. Rehearsal conflicts do not automatically disqualify you from a role. However, we cannot consider actors who have conflicts with the scheduled performance dates.

4. Please arrive a few minutes before your scheduled audition time.

 

During Your Audition

Please introduce yourself and let us know which character(s) you are interested in, if applicable.

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CALLBACKS

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Callbacks will be held for some roles following the initial auditions. Not every actor will be called back, and receiving a callback does not guarantee a role.

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Callbacks allow us to explore character relationships, chemistry between actors, singing, and scene work in greater depth. Actors may be asked to:

• Read with different scene partners

• Sing additional material from the show

• Try a scene again with direction

• Explore different character choices

 

If you are not called back, that does not necessarily mean you will not be considered for the production. Some roles may be cast based on the initial audition, while other roles may require additional callback work.

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Please keep the callback date available if possible. Not being available does not necessarily disqualify you from a role.

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CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS

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The character descriptions below indicate the age that the character should appear onstage and do not need to match the age of the performer.

 

MARMEE MARCH

Female | Appears 45–55 | Vocal Range: E♭3 – E♭5

The girls' mother. She is the strong backbone of the family, courageous despite the difficult odds she faces.

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MEG MARCH

Female | Appears 21–25 | Vocal Range: B♭3 – B5

The world-weary yet hopeful oldest sister who yearns for a great life. She marries John and has twins with him.

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JO MARCH

Female | Appears 18–23 | Vocal Range: E3 – A5

Our story's protagonist. Passionate, adventurous, and brave. She has the idea for writing Little Women and eventually becomes engaged to Professor Bhaer.

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BETH MARCH

Female | Appears 17–21 | Vocal Range: G3 – G5

The second-youngest sister, who tragically dies of scarlet fever. A peacemaker, lover, and optimist who is always encouraging her sisters to dream.

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AMY MARCH

Female | Appears 14–18 | Vocal Range: F#3 – Gb5

The youngest and most energetic sister, with a rather pompous air about her. She later marries Laurie.

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AUNT MARCH

Female | Appears 45–60 | Vocal Range: E3 – F#5

A formidable, overbearing matron and great-aunt to the March sisters. She is the wealthy socialite in town.

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MR. LAURENCE

Male | Appears 60–70 | Vocal Range: C3 – D4

Laurie's grandfather and the March family's neighbor. Gruff and hardened, but he softens over the course of his friendship with the Marches, becoming especially close to Beth.

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MR. JOHN BROOKE

Male | Appears 30–40 | Vocal Range: E3 – G4

Laurie's tutor and a rather stiff man who shows very little emotion. He later marries Meg and changes.

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LAURIE LAURENCE

Male | Appears 18–23 | Vocal Range: B♭2 – B♭4

The bright-eyed boy-next-door with considerable charm. He loves Jo but later falls in love with Amy.

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PROFESSOR BHAER

Male | Appears 35–45 | Vocal Range: G2 – G4

A German professor who exemplifies proper manners. He is a boarder in Mrs. Kirk's boarding house and eventually falls in love with Jo.

An actor who can perform a German accent is preferred.

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MRS. KIRK

The Irish proprietress of the New York boarding house where Jo and Professor Bhaer stay. Kindly, warm, and motherly.

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OPERATIC TRAGEDY PLAYERS/ENSEMBLE

 

Play featured characters in Jo’s imagined stories and appear in additional ensemble scenes. Actors of varying experience levels are encouraged to audition.

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CLARISSA

The ingénue in Jo's story; prone to fainting and sobbing dramatically, but ultimately finds her courage.

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BRAXTON

The villain in Jo's story; a classic mustache-twirling, dastardly fellow.

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RODERIGO

The hero in Jo's story; handsome and always ready to save the day with much bravado.

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TROLL

A character in Jo's story who lives under a bridge, hoards jewels and gems, and makes bargains.

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HAG

A wise hag whose unseemly appearance hides great wisdom.

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KNIGHT

An elderly knight who possesses the key to Clarissa's destiny.

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RODERIGO II

In Jo's story, the real hero – Clarissa's long-lost sister in disguise.