LITTLE WOMEN

Performing January 24 - February 14, 2026

• Director & Choreographer: Janie Scott

• Music Director: Amanda Ku

SUMMARY  Louisa May Alcott’s beloved tale of the March sisters is given fresh life in a powerful and heartfelt musical. The aspiring writer Jo takes advice to write about her own life, and weaves together stories of her growing up with her mother and sisters. Set during the American Civil War, Jo, Meg, Amy, and Beth March navigate creativity, poverty, jealousy, love and loss; strengthening their family bond with laughter, tears, and soaring spirit.

Initial auditions will be held Saturday, September 27 from 1 - 5 PM

and Sunday, September 28 from 6 - 10  PM

Please schedule a vocal audition slot at:

https://sbmt.ivolunteer.com/sbmt_soundofmusic_001

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Jo March 

The passionate, determined, and fiercely independent second eldest March sister. She dreams of becoming a famous writer and rebels against the societal expectations placed on women. She struggles with change and loss but ultimately discovers her own path. She’s brave, loving, and a whirlwind of determination.

Vocal Range: E3 – A5; Vocal Type: Mezzo-Soprano / High Belt

Age: Late teens to early-20s

Meg March

The eldest March sister who is responsible, kind, and maternal. She dreams of a simple life filled with love and family, and while she occasionally longs for the finer things, she stays grounded in her values.

Vocal Range: A#3 – Gb5; Vocal Type: Soprano / Mezzo

Age: Early 20s

Beth March

The third March sister. She is shy, gentle, and musically gifted. She is the moral compass of the family and deeply cherished by her sisters. She is selfless and serene, often retreating into her piano playing. Her illness and death are central emotional events in the musical, affecting everyone, especially Jo.

Vocal Range: A3 – G5; Vocal Type: Soprano

Age: Late teens

Amy March

The youngest March sister. She is ambitious, artistic, and sometimes vain, but also deeply sensitive and sincere. She matures significantly throughout the show—from a slightly spoiled child to a poised young woman.

Vocal Range: B3  – Gb5, Vocal Type: Mezzo Soprano

Age: Young teen to late teens/early 20s

Marmee March

The strong and loving matriarch of the March family. She is wise, nurturing, and emotionally resilient. She serves as a moral guide and rock of stability for her daughters, often sacrificing for their happiness.

Vocal Range: Eb3 – Eb5; Vocal Type: Mezzo-Soprano

Age: 40s

Theodore (Laurie) Laurence (also known as Teddy)

The charming and spirited boy next door. He forms a close bond with the March sisters, especially Jo. He’s playful, emotional, and musically inclined, with a deep desire for connection and belonging. He undergoes emotional growth as he learns to navigate unrequited love and self-worth.

Vocal Range: Bb2 – Bb4; Vocal Type: Tenor

Age: Late teens to early 20s

Professor Bhaer

A reserved and intelligent German professor living in New York. He becomes Jo’s mentor and eventual love interest. Though stiff at first, he reveals a passionate and romantic nature. His relationship with Jo is based on mutual respect, intellect, and emotional growth. Speaks with a German accent.

Vocal Range: G2 – F#4; Vocal Type: Baritone

Age: 30s–40s

Aunt March

The March sister’s wealthy, domineering great-aunt. She’s snobbish, proper, and expects her family to uphold her high standards. Despite her strictness, she ultimately wants the best for Jo and the girls. Often provides comic relief through her sharp wit.

Vocal Range: E3 – F5; Vocal Type: Soprano/Mezzo

Age: 60s+

Mr. Laurence

Laurie’s grandfather, a stern and dignified man who is softened by his bond with Beth. He reveals a deep capacity for kindness and sentimentality beneath his gruff exterior.

Vocal Range: C3 – E4

Age: 60s+

John Brooke

Laurie’s tutor and Meg’s love interest. He’s earnest, proper, and quietly romantic. He represents the responsible, loyal kind of love. Though not as flashy as Laurie or Bhaer, he’s dependable and sincere.

Vocal Range: C#3 – F#4

Age: Early 20s

There is no ensemble.