“Little Women” hits stage at Belfry

Submitted by Betsy Reason

The Belfry Theatre play director Barcia Alejos announces the cast of Hamilton County Theatre Guild’s next production in the 2024-25 60th anniversary season, Little Women, a play in three acts, a drama by John D. Ravold from the novel by Louisa M. Alcott.

Cast

• Jo March – Emily Haus, Noblesville
• Meg March – Emma Gedig, Indianapolis
• Amy March – Natalie Piggush, Fishers
• Beth March – Lizzie Schultz, Westfield
• Marmee – Mary Garner, Indianapolis
• Laurie – Gideon Roark, Yorktown
• John Brooke – Samuel Smith, Indianapolis
• Aunt March – Christina Burch, Noblesville
• Father March – Rob Lawson, Noblesville
• Professor Bhaer – James Semmelroth Darnell, Indianapolis

Crew

• Producers – Daniel Alejos, Indianapolis, and Betsy Reason, Noblesville
• Director – Barcia Alejos, Indianapolis
• Assistant Director and Stage Manager – Daniel Alejos, Indianapolis
• Set Designers – Jay Ganz, Fishers, and José Alejos, Indianapolis
• Set Decorator – Claudia MacRae, Noblesville
• Set Construction – José Alejos, Indianapolis
• Props Manager – Heidi Moranski, Fishers
• Costume/Hair Designer – Jillian Fleck, Anderson
• Lighting Designer – Karissa Henschen, Indianapolis
• Lighting Operator – Fran Knapp, Noblesville
• Sound Designer – Eric Dixon, Indianapolis
• Sound Operator – Kevin Moranski, Fishers

Showtimes

The play will be onstage Feb. 21 to March 2 at Noblesville First United Methodist Church, 2051 Monument St.

8 p.m. Fridays, Feb. 21 and 28; 2 p.m. Saturdays, Feb. 22 and March 1; Sundays, Feb. 23 and March 2; and 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27. ASL interpreter on Feb. 23.

Synopsis

Journey through the lives of the four March sisters – Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy – as they grow from childhood into womanhood in Civil War-era Massachusetts. With their father away at war, the sisters, guided by their devoted mother Marmee, face life’s challenges wit courage and love. Jo, the ambitious second eldest, aspires to be a writer, while managing the family’s hardships with spirited resolve. Each sister, with distinct dreams and aspirations, navigates personal trials and societal expectations, discovering that family bonds are enduring and vital.

This stage adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel celebrates the resilience and enduring spirit of these remarkable women, offering a heartwarming exploration of life, love, and the importance of family.

Little Women (Ravold) is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. Visit concordtheatricals.com.

Tickets: $20 for adults, $15 for students, military and veterans with special pricing of $10 for all seats on the Thursday performance. For tickets, visit thebelfrytheatre.com or call or text (317) 773-1085.