Casting 6 Women, 4 Men and 10 Ensemble
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: E3
Audition Song: Astonishing (from Little Women OBC) - mm. 52 to end
Passionate, headstrong, and fiercely independent. Determined to face the world on her own terms, Jo is an aspiring writer who resists societal expectations and longs for adventure and purpose. She is deeply devoted to her family, bold in her conversations, and incredibly imaginative in her writing, stories she often acts out on stage .
(Age Range 35-55, Baritone)
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Audition Song: How I Am - mm. 52-85:
Thoughtful, sincere, and principled. Bhaer values integrity and intellect, challenging Jo to grow. Requires maturity, warmth, and a solitary bacheloresque, grounded presence.
(Age range 12-20, Soprano)
Vocal range top: Gb5
Vocal range bottom: Cb4
Audition Song: "The Most Amazing Thing" - mm. 14-39
The youngest sister, ambitious, artistic, and strong-willed; a trait which shows through clearly when in scenes with Jo. Amy desires beauty and success, often masking insecurity with confidence and charm. Requires both comedic timing and emotional growth.
(Age range 18-25, Soprano)
Vocal range top: Gb5
Vocal range bottom: A#3
Audition Song: "More Than I Am" - mm. 27-end
The eldest sister, responsible and warm-hearted. Meg values family and tradition but wrestles with desires for refinement and material comfort. Poised, graceful, and grounded.
(Age range 13-18; Soprano)
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Audition Song: "Some Things Are Meant To Be" - mm 3-29
Gentle, selfless, and shy. Beth is the emotional heart of the family, with quiet strength and deep compassion. Requires a pure, lyrical tone and sincerity.
(40-55: Soprano)
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: Eb3
Audition Song: "Here Alone" - mm. 62-end
The wise and loving matriarch, a devoted mother and wife. Marmee is a pillar of strength, offering compassion and guidance through hardship. Requires warmth, emotional vulnerability, and vocal control.
(Age Range: 16-25: Tenor)
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Audition Song: "Take A Chance On Me" - mm. 30-72
Charming, energetic, and kind-hearted. Laurie is playful and loyal but struggles with direction and unspoken feelings. Feelings made obvious to the audience, if not to his fellow characters. Strong acting and romantic lead presence needed.
(Age range 50-70+: (Alto / Mezzo)
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: E3
Audition Song: "Could You?" - mm. 3-58
Sharp-tongued, wealthy, and formidable. Blunt and commanding, but ultimately cares about the family’s future. Strong character role with comedic bite.
(Age Range: 25-35; Baritone)
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: C#3
Audition Song: "More Than I Am" mm. 3-27
Kind, earnest, and dependable. Meg’s love interest and Laurie’s tutor. Represents stability and sincerity of affection for Meg.
Mr. Laurence
(Age Range: 55-75+)
Ensemble
(Age Range: 12 +)
Audition Song: "Off to Massachusetts"