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Meet the March Sisters

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Man, did we ever hit the jackpot during auditions for this show!  We’re confident you will be blown away by all of the talent coming at you from the stage of Little Women–the Broadway Musical.  And that goes double for our amazing March sisters!  Take a look below and get to know these very talented young actors!

Laurel Bollard is Jo March
Laurel Bollard is Jo March

Laurel is so excited to be making her Landmark Theatre Company debut! She is currently a sophomore at Cal State University, Fullerton, earning her B.F.A in Musical Theatre. Past roles include Belle in Beauty and the Beast, Ensemble in FJC’s Spring Awakening, and Gypsy in SDR’s Hunchback of Notre Dame. Her most notable credit was in 2017 where she made her Broadway Debut in the Jimmy Awards, live at the Minskoff theatre! Laurel would like to thank the entire cast and crew of this truly wonderful show! She  dedicates this show to her loving parents, and all of the amazing teachers that have gotten her to this point in her acting career. It’s going to be an “Astonishing” experience!

 

Mackenzie Hamilton is Meg March
Mackenzie Hamilton is Meg March

Mackenzie is absolutely enthralled to finally be in Little Women the Musical. Besides playing the eldest March sister, Mackenzie’s recent credits include the First Soprano in Scarlet Letter the Musical (Greenway Court Theatre), Andrina in The Little Mermaid (Sound Stage LIVE ft. Todrick Hall), Cosette in Les Miserables (Warner Grand Theatre), and Princess Fiona in Shrek the Musical (Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center). Mackenzie would like to thank the entire cast and crew for their hard work, her family for always supporting her, and Andrew for always being by her side. Enjoy the show!

 

Natalie Gissel is Beth March
Natalie Gissel is Beth March

Natalie is a senior at Millikan High School where she sings in the Chamber Choir and Vocal Ensemble, and dances on the Advanced Dance Team. Her favorite previous roles include Hope Harcourt in Anything Goes, Amber in Hairspray, and Ethel Peas in Thoroughly Modern Millie. Natalie is very excited for her first performance with Landmark Theatre Company and hopes you enjoy the show!

 

Sara Cooper is Amy March
Sara Cooper is Amy March

Sara has been studying music professionally for eleven years. She has been performing since she was nine, and was ecstatic to graduate recently from the Classical Music Program at Irvine Valley College. She is moving to Long Beach with plans to pursue a degree in Jazz Vocals at CSU, Long Beach. This is her first production with Long Beach Landmark Theatre. She is adoring every moment of bringing this production of Little Women to life, and is beyond proud to be a new member of the Landmark Theatre Family!

 

COME AND SPEND AN UNFORGETTABLE EVENING WITH JO, MEG, BETH AND AMY!

GET YOUR TICKETS FOR LITTLE WOMEN–THE MUSICAL TODAY!

The Influence of Little Women Today!

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A few days from now, on September 30, Little Women will mark it’s 150th anniversary in print–a milestone by any measure, and one that society and the media have taken note of. A Masterpiece Theatre mini-series just aired a few months ago, and it was recently announced that director Greta Gerwig (Lady Bird) will begin production shortly on a new version starring Saoirse Ronan, Timothee Chalamet, Laura Dern and Meryl Streep. Numerous magazines have recently featured articles about Louisa May Alcott and her legacy, and an influential new book has just been released on the subject.

Given all that’s going on in the world today, it seems we need this simple, empowering story of sisters taking on the world together more than ever!

Let’s look at some of the influences that this timeless novel continues to have on today’s culture…

Little Women has been an inspirational motivator to scores of influential women…

For example, here’s a partial list of esteemed woman authors who cite Louisa May Alcott
and ‘Little Women’ as inspiration to pursue writing:

  • J.K. Rowling
  • Nora and Delia Ephrone
  • Simone de Beauvoir
  • Maxine Hong Kingston
  • Margaret Atwood
  • Gloria Steinem
  • Erica Jong
  • Susan Sontag
  • Anne Tyler
  • and Patti Smith, who wrote,
    “ It was Louisa May Alcott who provided me with a positive view of my female destiny.“

…and some men, too!

These are a few of the men who admit to being moved and inspired by Louisa’s story…

  • Teddy Roosevelt
  • Rudyard Kipling
  • James Carvil
  • John Matteson

…and continues to inspire as much as ever–everywhere!

As mentioned above, next Sunday will be the 150th anniversary of the initial release of Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women. The book was an instant success and has never been out of print since. There have been more than 100 editions of the book printed in more than 50 languages. The BBC’s “Big Read” named Little Women the 4th most loved novel of all time. Estimated sales to date of this beloved tale exceeds 10 million books worldwide!

Looking for a Little Reading on Little Women?

Here are a few thought provoking articles recently written about the influence of Little Women…
The New Yorker–August 27, 2018
Ladies Choice–What Gives ‘Little Women’ its lasting power?

Vanity Fair–October, 2018
The March of Jo

The New Republic–August 10, 2018 (online)
Why ‘Little Women’ Endures

As well as current articles in Vogue, Town & Country, Smithsonian, and Harpers’ Bazaar

How about a lot of reading on Little Women?

If you’re looking for some compelling reading in advance of seeing our inspiring production of Little Women the Broadway Musical, why not consider this newly released book by Anne Boyd Rioux. Hailed as a truly insightful look at Little Women and it’s importance in society today, this would make for a great read while you anxiously await our show’s arrival in November!

Come be Inspired!
Join us for Little Women the Broadway Musical November 9-11 and 16-18

Tickets on Sale Now!

Tickets now on sale for Little Women

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Long Beach Landmark Theatre is proud to announce that tickets for its premier fall musical are now on sale!

Little Women: the Broadway Musical
November 9, 10, 11 & 16, 17, 18.

Buy Tickets Now

Based Louisa May Alcott’s beloved American classic, this timeless and captivating tale has been brought to life, live on stage! Filled with soaring melodies and poignant lyrics, Little Women follows the adventures of the March sisters on their journeys of personal discovery, empowerment, heartache, hope and love. As with all LBLTC Fall shows, Little Women will be a fully staged production featuring a stellar cast and professional 12-piece orchestra.

Join us for this amazing theatrical experience in our magnificent performance space – newly improved with even better sight-lines and impeccable sound!