Little Women (Gallery Players) NYC Reviews and Tickets

83%

(34 Reviews)

Positive

97%

Mixed

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Members say

Entertaining, Great singing, Delightful, Enchanting, Absorbing

About the Show

Gallery Players presents this musical adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s classic, which tells the story of Jo and her sisters and their experience growing up in Civil War America.

From the show:

Based on Louisa May Alcott’s life, Little Women follows the adventures of sisters Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy March, their strong and compassionate mother, and the boy next door, Laurie, who becomes connected to the family. Jo is trying to sell her stories for publication, but the publishers are not interested in fiction written by a woman – when her friend tells her that she has to do better and write more from herself. Begrudgingly taking this advice, Jo weaves the story of herself and her sisters and their experience growing up in Civil War America, and the musical unfolds with lush music and stirring memories that explore the strength of women and the power of family.

Member Reviews (34)

Long, Top-notch community theater, Charming, Absorbing

See it if you enjoy summer stock (few of actors are Equity). Some gr voices. I like no-miking; gd musicians. Jo is very gd. LW script is lacking.

Don't see it if you want gr lyrics. Brway show (w Sutton F!) lasted 4 mos. But GP makes the most of sentimental LW. Weakest perf=Marmee. Well-staged. Fun!

Well staged & acted, Resonant, Disappointing, Slow, Absorbing

See it if Stafford's Jo & Boyaggi's Marmee keep this musicalization of Alcott's classic involving w/Gelles' brisk, competent staging on expansive set

Don't see it if Unfortunately, the music & lyrics are mediocre at best Too many lame songs lengthen & ultimately undermine this period tale of "girl power"