Little Women - LA EPA (08.03.26)

Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA

AUDITION DATE

Monday, August 3, 2026

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (P)

Lunch 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

CONTRACT

COST

$1054 weekly minimum (Tier 2+)

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in LITTLE WOMEN (See breakdown).

Musical Theatre West strives to reflect its community, and welcomes and encourages all performers of any gender identity, age, religion, sexual orientation, race/ethnicity, language, physical ability or diverse viewpoints to audition.

Local Los Angeles / Orange County area actors are encouraged to audition.

All Equity stage managerial positions have been filled.

PREPARATION

Please prepare a short vocal selection in the style of the show. Singing from the show is welcomed and encouraged.

LOCATION

Musical Theatre West

4350 East 7th Street

Long Beach, CA 90804

PERSONNEL

Music by Jason Howland

Lyrics by Mindi Dickstein

Book by Allan Knee

Expected to attend:

Cate Caplin - Director/Choreographer

Diane King Vann - Music Director

Paul Garman – Executive Director/Producer

Bren Thor – Associate Producer

Bobby Brader – Accompanist

OTHER DATES

First Rehearsal: Monday, October 19th, 2026

Preview: Friday, November 6th, 2026

Opening: Saturday, November 7th, 2026

Closing: Sunday, November 22nd, 2026

OTHER

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For additional questions, please contact [email protected].

Pursuant to the terms of a concession made to this employer’s agreement, the employer has agreed that any Equity member who attends this audition will have an opportunity to be seen.

EPA Procedures are in effect for this audition.

An Equity Monitor will be provided.

Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.

Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.

Breakdown

LITTLE WOMEN

All roles will be cast 18+ to play the ages listed below

The role of JOSEPHINE “JO” MARCH has been cast. Seeking potential understudies/swings.

SEEKING:

The March Family:

Josephine “Jo” March: CAST. Seeking potential Understudy. (age 18-23) The fiercely independent, ambitious protagonist and aspiring writer. Our story's protagonist. Passionate, adventurous, and brave. She has the idea of writing Little Women and eventually becomes engaged to Professor Bhaer. (Vocal range: Alto / Mezzo-Soprano. Vocal range top: A5 - Vocal range bottom: E3)

Meg March: (age 21-25) The world-weary, yet hopeful, oldest sister who yearns for a great life. She marries John and has twins with him. Doubles as Clarissa. (Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano / Soprano. Vocal range top: Gb5 - Vocal range bottom: A#3)

Elizabeth “Beth” March: (age 17-21) The timid, gentle, and musically gifted sister. The second youngest sister who tragically dies of Scarlet Fever. Peace-maker, lover, and an optimist who is always encouraging her sisters to dream. Doubles as Rodrigo II. (Vocal range: Soprano / Mezzo-Soprano. Vocal range top: G5 - Vocal range bottom: A3)

Amy March: (age 14-18): The youngest, most energetic sister with a rather pompous air about her. She later marries Laurie. Doubles as Hag. (Vocal range: Soprano. Vocal range top: Gb5 - Vocal range bottom: Cb4)

Marmee March: (age 45-55) The devoted mother and moral anchor of the family. She is the strong backbone of the family, who is courageous in spite of the difficult odds she faces. Doubles as Troll. (Vocal range: Contralto / Mezzo-Soprano. Vocal range top: Eb5 - Vocal range bottom: Eb3)

Suitors & Friends:

Laurie Laurence: (age 18-23) The bright-eyed boy-next-door with considerable charm. He loves Jo but later falls in love with Amy. Doubles as Rodrigo. (Vocal range: Tenor. Vocal range top: Bb2 - Vocal range bottom: Bb4)

Professor Bhaer: (age 35-45) German Professor who exemplifies proper manners. He is a boarder in Mrs. Kirk's boarding house and eventually falls in love with Jo. The character has a slight German accent. (Vocal range top: F#4 - Vocal range bottom: G2)

John Brooke: (age 30-40) Laurie’s tutor and a dedicated suitor to Meg. A rather stiff man; shows very little emotion. He later marries Meg and changes. Doubles as Braxton. (Vocal range: Tenor. Vocal range top: F#4 - Vocal range bottom: C#3)

Extended Family:

Aunt March: (age 45-60) A formidable, over-bearing matron and great-aunt to the March sisters. The wealthy socialite in town. Doubles as Mrs. Kirk. (Vocal range: Alto / Soprano. Vocal range top: F5 - Vocal range bottom: E3)

Mr. Laurence: (age 50-60) Laurie’s wealthy, initially stern grandfather who softens over time. Doubles as the Knight. (Vocal range: Baritone. Vocal range top: D4 - Vocal range bottom: D3)