Little Women 1944

Opened: December 12, 1944

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131 W. 55th St. New York, NY

Little Women, the beloved coming-of-age story by Louisa May Alcott, bursts onto the stage in this heartwarming and captivating full-length musical. Follow the adventures of the March sisters - Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy - as they navigate life, love, and loss in Civil War-era America.

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LITTLE WOMEN & More Set for Northlight Theatre 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2024

Northlight Theatre has revealed the 2024-2025 season. See the full lineup and learn how to purchase tickets.

Broadway Buying Guide: January 22, 2024
by Team BWW - Jan 22, 2024

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, January 22, 2024.

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The complete cast has been revealed for the Broadway premiere of Prayer for the French Republic. See who is starring and learn how to purchase tickets!

Interview: Marshall Pynkoski And Jeannette Lajeunesse Zingg of Opera Atelier on ORPHEUS AND EURYDICE
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DAY OF THE DEAD LIVE! Día De Los Muertos Themed Show Comes To Brooklyn Art Haus This Month
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Day of the Dead LIVE! Día de los Muertos Themed Show for Children and Adults at Brooklyn Art Haus from October 18 - November 1, 2023. Experience a musical journey celebrating the holiday of family remembrance with larger-than-life characters, puppets, and live music.

Broadway Buying Guide: October 2, 2023
by Team BWW - Oct 2, 2023

Looking for the best deals on Broadway shows? Welcome to our new weekly guide to the most popular shows listed on BroadwayWorld. Check out which shows are selling this week, October 2, 2023.

DAY OF THE DEAD LIVE! Comes to Brooklyn Art Haus  in October
by Stephi Wild - Sep 20, 2023

Day of the Dead LIVE! takes you on a musical journey that is all FUN, celebrating Día de los Muertos, the holiday of family remembrance. Learn more about the event and how to attend here!

Best Broadway Shows in 2024; What's Coming!
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Anthony Edwards, Aria Shahghasemi & More to Star in PRAYER FOR THE FRENCH REPUBLIC on Broadway
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Cast Revealed For MAKESHIFTS AND REALITIES at Finborough Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 24, 2023

The first London productions in more than 100 years of MAKESHIFTS AND REALITIES has revealed its cast at the Finborough Theatre. A triple bill of Makeshifts and Realities by Gertrude Robins, and Honour Thy Father by H. M. Harwood.

Eden Espinosa, Alison Pill, Asmeret Ghebremichael & More Join Williamstown Theatre Festival Programming
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The Martha Graham Dance Company will present GRAHAM100—The First and The Future, a three-season 100th anniversary celebration of Martha Graham’s work and legacy to begin September 2023 and continue throughout 2026.

Feature: AFTERWARD: EDDIE, HARRY, and ISRAEL at White Theatre
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EDDIE, the play, ends with the recognition of Israel by the United States.  A short, two- paragraph statement immediately conveyed the backing of the world’s wealthiest nation with the world’s most powerful military.  But that was not the end of the story either for Israel or for Eddie Jacobson.

Keira Knightley, Kit Harington and More Join MY GRANDPARENTS' WAR Season Two on PBS
by Michael Major - Apr 3, 2023

Kit Harington (Game of Thrones), Keira Knightley (Atonement, Pride and Prejudice), Toby Jones (Captain America) and Emeli Sandé (“Next to Me,” “Our Version of Events”) each host an episode that explores their family’s unique stories.

Review: The FORCE is Strong with THE EMPIRE STRIPS BACK: THE UNAUTHORIZED STAR WARS™ BURLESQUE PARODY
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Oakland County's Newest Professional Theatre Company Opens its Doors in Walled Lake in April 2023
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The arts scene in Oakland County is about to get a major boost with the grand opening of a new nonprofit, professional theatre in Walled Lake, Michigan. The Inspired Acting Company promises to bring high-quality live performances to the community as it prepares to open its doors to the public.

SCHOOL OF ROCK, ONCE, THE BODYGUARD & More Lead Chicago's April 2023 Top Picks
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Chicago is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. April 2023's top picks include Once, The Bodyguard, You're A Good Man Charlie Brown and more!

MY GRANDPARENTS WAR Season 2 Premieres on PBS in April
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Kit Harington (Game of Thrones), Keira Knightley (Atonement, Pride and Prejudice), Toby Jones (Captain America) and Emeli Sandé (“Next to Me,” “Our Version of Events”) each host an episode that explores their family’s unique stories.

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Little Women FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What productions of Little Women have there been?
Little Women has had 5 productions including Broadway which opened in 1912, Broadway which opened in 1916, Broadway which opened in 1931, Broadway which opened in 1944 and Broadway which opened in 1945.

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