Cast Audition Info

Experience the captivating world of "Little Women: The Musical" like never before! 

Join the spirited March sisters — Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy — on a journey of love, ambition, and sisterhood. With catchy songs and modern twists, this energetic adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's classic celebrates enduring bonds and chasing dreams. 

Get ready for a musical experience that will touch your heart and uplift your spirits!

Location:

• 729 St Clair Ave. W., St Matthew’s United Church

Dates: 

• September 23, 24, 27, 28, 29

Individual Audition:

• Come prepared with two songs, one ballad and one upbeat. 1 minute maximum each. Please bring a speaker and an audio track to accompany you.
• Please also come prepared to perform one monologue or poem, no longer than 2 mins. Ideally memorized. 

Dance Audition:

• Only certain roles require a dance audition.  
• You will be emailed a tutorial video to learn in advance and learn a short combination add-on in-person. 
• Please wear comfortable footwear (dance shoes if you have them), and clothing you feel comfortable to move and groove in! 

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A Note on Casting:

• We strive for a cast of diverse ages, races and genders. Everyone is encouraged to apply! You are supported in auditioning for the role you are most inspired and driven to play. Diversity and inclusion will be strongly valued in our casting choices. 
• Please also note that as Hillcrest Village Community Players continues to grow, casting becomes more difficult. With each new season, we remain neutral in our casting choices, whether you are new or have been in a production with us before. This also means that if you have been in one of our previous casts, you may be offered a role on the production side this time around. We strive for a community where people find joy and new experiences both on and off the stage. 

Location:

• 729 St Clair Ave. W., St Matthew’s United Church

Date:

• Sunday October 6, 5:30pm - 9pm

Callback songs are listed within the character descriptions. 

Location:

• 729 St Clair Ave. W., St Matthew’s United Church

Standard Rehearsal Dates:

• Tuesday’s, 6:30pm - 9:30pm beginning October 15, 2024
• Sunday’s, 3:00pm - 9:00pm beginning October 20, 2024
• Monday’s, 6:30pm - 9:30pm beginning December 2, 2024

Please note that everyone will not be called to every rehearsal. Detailed schedules are provided at the first rehearsal.

Holiday Break:

• December 22, 2024 - January 4, 2025, No Rehearsal.
• Rehearsals resume on Sunday January 5, 2025.

Tech Week:

• Begins Sunday February 16, 2025

Strike (Post-Show Clean Up):

• Sunday March 9, 2025

• 8:00pm - Thursday February 27, 2025
• 8:00pm - Friday February 28, 2025
• 1:00pm - Saturday March 1, 2025
• 8:00pm - Saturday March 1, 2025
• 8:00pm - Thursday March 6, 2025
• 8:00pm - Friday March 7, 2025
• 1:00pm - Saturday March 8, 2025
• 8:00pm - Saturday March 8, 2025

Call time for performances is 2.5 hours before curtain.

Our cast will be between 20-25 performers.

We strive for a cast of diverse ages, races and genders. Everyone is encouraged to apply! You are supported in auditioning for the role you are most inspired and driven to play. Diversity and inclusion will be strongly valued in our casting choices. 

The March Family

Jo March

• Age: Late teens-early twenties
• Dance Skill: Advanced
• Personality: Passionate, independent, fiercely loyal 
• Callback Song: Astonishing

Meg March

• Age: Late teens-early twenties
• Personality: Grateful, nurturing, deeply traditional  
• Dance Skill: Advanced
• Callback Song: More Than I Am

Amy March

• Age: Teenager-young adult
• Personality: Spirited, ambitious, artistic 
• Dance Skill: Advanced
• Callback Song: The Most Amazing Thing

Beth March

• Age: Teenager-young adult
• Personality: Gentle, compassionate, deeply empathetic  
• Dance Skill: Advanced
• Callback Song: Some Things Are Meant To Be

Marmee March

• Age: Middle aged
• Personality: Wise, nurturing, devoted
• Dance Skill: Intermediate
• Callback Song: Days of Plenty

The Supporting Characters

Theodore “Laurie” Laurence

• Age: Late teens-early twenties
• Personality: Spirited, charming, full of youthful exuberance 
• Dance Skill: Advanced
• Callback Song: Take A Chance on Me

Mr. Laurence

• Age: Elderly
• Personality: Stern yet kind-hearted, traditional, wise
• Dance Not Required
• Callback Song: Off to Massachusetts

Aunt March

• Age: Elderly
• Personality: Stern, opinionated, traditional
• Dance Skill: Beginner
• Callback Song: Could You

Professor Freidrich Bhaer

• Age: Middle-aged
• Personality: Wise, compassionate, intellectually curious
• Dance Not Required
• Callback Song: How I Am

John Brooke

• Age: Young Adult
• Gender of this role is not pivotal to the plot.
• Personality: Honest, steadfast, determined
• Dance Skill: Intermediate
• Callback Song: More Than I Am

Mrs Kirk

• Age: Middle-aged
• Gender of this role is not pivotal to the plot.
• Personality: Warm, maternal, dependable
• Note: This is a speaking only role, and no dance required.

The Book Characters

The following characters outline the roles and personalities of the characters from Jo March's imaginative book within the musical.

Rodrigo

• Role: A dashing and courageous young knight.
• Personality: Brave, chivalrous, honorable
• Dance Skill: Beginner - Intermediate

Clarissa

• Role: Rodrigo's beloved and the object of his affection.
• Personality: Kind-hearted, gentle, supportive
• Dance Skill: Beginner - Intermediate

Rodrigo 2

• Role: A doppelganger or alter ego of Rodrigo.
• Personality: Mysterious, cunning, sometimes unpredictable
• Dance Skill: Beginner - Intermediate

Hag

• Role: A sinister and cunning old woman, often a villain in Jo's stories.
• Personality: Crafty, malevolent, manipulative
• Dance Skill: Beginner - Intermediate

Troll

• Role: A monstrous creature that Rodrigo encounters on his quests.
• Appearance: Intimidating, with exaggerated features.
• Dance Skill: Beginner - Intermediate

Knight

• Role: A noble and virtuous companion of Rodrigo, often a friend or ally.
• Personality: Loyal, courageous, steadfast
• Dance Skill: Beginner - Intermediate

Braxton

• Role: A rival or antagonist to Rodrigo, sometimes a rival for Clarissa's affection.
• Personality: Proud, ambitious, competitive
• Dance Skill: Beginner - Intermediate

Dance Ensemble (2-5 people)

• The dance ensemble will be a small group of dancers, focusing on filling out the musical numbers with focused, challenging choreography. These characters will be an essential part in bringing the story to life, enriching the narrative with diverse interactions with the main characters. 
• Dance Skill: Intermediate - Advanced

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Detailed character descriptions coming soon! Stay tuned on our social channels @hillcrestvillageplayers