The Hill School and the Ellis Theatre Guild proudly present Little Women: The Musical, an inspiring and heartfelt adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel. Performances will take place on November 14 at 7:15 p.m., November 15 at 2 p.m. and 7:15 p.m., and November 16 at 2 p.m. in The Hill School’s Center For The Arts at 760 Beech St. Pottstown, PA. All performances are free and open to the public. Please reserve your seats in advance at www.thehill.org/littlewomen.

Based on the timeless 1869 classic, Little Women follows the adventures of the March sisters—Jo, Meg, Beth, and Amy—as they navigate love, loss, and the search for identity during the Civil War era. With a book by Allan Knee, lyrics by Mindi Dickstein, and music by Jason Howland, the musical celebrates imagination, family, and the courage to forge one’s own path.

This production features a talented cast and crew of Hill students led by director and choreographer, Kat Ross Kline, with vocal direction by Kevin DeLisa, orchestra direction by Peter de Mets, and technical direction by Peter Gorneault.

“Little Women is a story that never stops resonating,” said Director of the Ellis Theatre Guild Kat Ross Kline. “It reminds us that creativity and love are acts of bravery. Watching our students bring these iconic characters to life has been both moving and inspiring.”

The creative and production team includes: Production Stage Manager Kristen VonWachenfeldt, Production Designer & Marketing Manager Bobby Goodrich, Master Electrician Brady Herzog ’27, Student Sound Technician: Otto Maentz ’27, Lighting Programmer Micah Roemmich, and Stage Combat Coordinator Terri McIntyre

Cast Highlights

• Jo March: Claire Bressi ’26
• Professor Bhaer: Jahiem Pratt ’26
• Amy March: Juliana Duarte ’27
• Meg March: Abby Walsh ’26
• Beth March: Vivi Zvarick ’28
• Marmee March: Payton Barth ’26
• Laurie Laurence: Adelia Chism ’26
• Mr. John Brooke/Braxton: Joshua Ansu ’26
• Aunt March: Stella Wu ’27
• Clarissa: Charlotte Ebsworth ’28
• Rodrigo: Jaydon Robinson ’28
• Mrs. Kirk: Yiyi Wan ’28

Additional ensemble and crew members include Catherine Citrino ’29, Sahana Jha ’27, Emerson Kellie ’28, Olivia Akpan ’29, Anaika Bandi ’27, Evan Meyers ’28, Lydia Sahin ’28, Simon Vega ’26, and Ling Yan ’27.

About the Show

Set in Civil War–era Concord, Massachusetts, and New York City, Little Women captures the spirit of resilience and creativity that has made Alcott’s novel endure for generations. Audiences can expect beloved musical numbers such as “Astonishing,” “Days of Plenty,” and “Small Umbrella in the Rain,” brought to life with rich orchestration and heartfelt performances by Hill’s talented students.

“Playing Jo March has been a dream role for me,” shared Claire Bressi ’26. “She’s bold, imaginative, and determined to live life on her own terms—qualities I think a lot of us at Hill can relate to.”

Little Women is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. Visit www.mtishows.com for more information.

Any video and/or audio recording of this production is strictly prohibited.