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Set in New England during the Civil War, Reverend March is away ministering to the Federal troops. He leaves behind in Concord, Massachusetts matriarch Mrs March (Marmee) with their four daughters, Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy who through the course of the musical turn from young girls into women. Eldest daughter Jo is headstrong, tomboy like, passionate and an aspiring writer. Despite her protestations she works for her wealthy Aunt March as a lady s companion bringing in much needed funds for the family. In her spare time she writes stories in the little attic room, dreaming of becoming a famous writer. It is Jo who puts pen to paper and weaves the tale of her sister s trials and tribulations as they grow up experiencing poverty, love, friendship and the importance of family.

Creatives/Company

Book by: Peter Layton
Music: Lionel Segal
Lyrics: Lionel Segal (based on Louisa May Alcott's 1868 novel of the same title)

What's On By Year ...

Archive listings for Little Women (2012)

Work type: Musical.

T1290460107

Charity Concert Performance for Gingerbread.Producer Paul Taylor-Mills. Adapted by Steven Luke Walker. Director Nicola Samer. Musical Director Niall Bailey. Performer Gina Beck (Meg). Performer Helena Blackman (Belle Gardner). Performer Norman Bowman (Professor Bhaer). Performer Daniel Boys (Laurie). Performer Nikki Davis-Jones (Jo). Performer Sarah Lark (Beth). Performer Shona Lindsay (Marmee). Performer Jon Robyns (John Brooke). Performer Lisa-Anne Wood (Amy). Performer Samantha Barks (guest performance). Performer Mark Shenton (host).

24 Jun 12

Playhouse Theatre, West End :: V407
listing details L1093985074

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