Little Women (Hedgepig Ensemble)

See it if you’d like to revisit some of the high points of the novel “Little Women” in an effectively environmental setting.

Don't see it if you’ve had enough “Little Women” for the moment.

Also Because the book “Little Women” remains a childhood classic in the US, & there have been a number of notable movie, stage & musical adaptations, Louisa May Alcott’s material is not exactly fresh or urgent. Hedgepig’s staging has the benefit of being clear, direct, uncluttered & brisk, & being set in the lovely, comfortable wood-paneled “Great Room” of the South Oxford Space in Brooklyn. This lets the audience share with the 5 women players, the 4 March sisters & their Marmee, an enveloping, warm, domestic ambience that feels appropriately mid-19th century given the trappings. We also share with them the singing of a few Christmas carols. On the evening I attended, when a sister went to the window to exclaim it is snowing, indeed it was snowing! All quite charming. But I should also say that this staging exhumes nothing new from this well-trod material. The ideal audience are those who are in the mood for homey, seasonal entertainment.... Read more Read less

See it if you love the book or have never read it. This delightful dramatization engaged an audience of adults and children. Nice sing-a-long carols.

Don't see it if your willing suspension of disbelief cannot stretch to the many offstage characters. Only Marmie and her four daughters appear on stage.

See it if Beautifully acted and well casted.

Don't see it if Classic play but a bit dated with the sugar coated plot.

See it if If you’d like an over-acted Christmas-oriented version of Louisa May Alcott’s classic with sing-along Christmas carols.

Don't see it if You prefer realistic characterizations rather than melodrama. Too long (nearly 2 hours w/ no intermission) & too much.

Also I love Little Women but this was just not believable.

See it if you enjoy a holiday themed version of the classic tightly focusing on the sisters performed well.

Don't see it if you mind that some scenes in the classic can't be fully explored because of the lack of non female characters.

Also I liked this for a chamber version of little women I think a lot is lost by having the play only be the Sisters and the Mother with Beth covering some of the themes and happenings though narration and others being covered through letters. But I think the play still worked and is a nice version for a small group of actors as the essential character of Louisa May Alcott's love letter to her family is retained through the loving but individualized portrayals of each person.... Read more Read less

See it if Family oriented Christmas presentation of the classic Little Women including some audience interaction as well. A bit slow at times.

Don't see it if You're not a fan of independent Productions. Enthusiastic actors however I felt it could have been cut about 15 minutes or so.

See it if you have fond memories of the book or want to introduce the story to a young audience.

Don't see it if if you are looking for a sophisticated evening at the theater.

Also They stay fairly close to the original story. The homey theater in the round set adds to the production.... Read more Read less

See it if Plain sweet straightforward staging

Don't see it if Want more of a serious production

See it if Enjoy adaptations of “Little Women”, family-friendly, interactive, sweet, interesting staging. Marmee and Meg were excellent. Jo was great!

Don't see it if Dislike small, independent productions. Like to be anonymous in the back (audience is small and the actors make eye contact).

Also Show felt a tad long (but was adapted well). Use the restroom beforehand ( it’s hard to leave during the show).... Read more Read less

See it if You enjoy the classics and love great acting.

Don't see it if Do not enjoy classical period pieces.

See it if You enjoy the original story.

Don't see it if You want an elaborate set, costumes and cast.

See it if You want to see an all-female cast bring classic characters to life

Don't see it if You aren’t a fan of feminist stories with characters who fit every type of personality

See it if You like a playful and fresh take on an old classic. Little details that were added make a huge impact.

Don't see it if you don’t like children and interaction with the actors.

See it if Saw this show with a bunch of kids in the audience and watching their thrill made the experience that much more delightful!

Don't see it if you're not into feminist works, devised theater, or indie theater companies

See it if You love female driven classic stories

Don't see it if You are a Grinch

See it if you love heart-warming stories, strong women, and an immersive theatre experience. The kids in the audience especially loved it!

Don't see it if you despise holiday cheer and this timeless story.