LITTLE WOMEN Makes Its Citadel Theatre Premiere In New Stage Adaptation
Little Women plays in the Shoctor Theatre May 3 – 25, 2025.
By: Stephi Wild Apr. 09, 2025
The beloved March sisters come to life on the Shoctor Theatre stage this May in a heartwarming and visually stunning new production. Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy navigate childhood to adulthood while facing the trials of life in 1860s Massachusetts. Struggling to balance societal pressures and expectations with their own hopes and dreams, and united by an unbreakable bond, they embark on a journey filled with adventure, heartbreak and hope. Adapted for the stage by acclaimed Canadian playwright Jordi Mand, this fresh take on Louisa May Alcott's timeless novel explores themes of love, ambition and resilience.
Jordi Mand is known for her impactful contributions to the worlds of theatre and television. As a playwright, her work has been produced around the world, published, and translated into multiple languages. Some of her plays include Between the Sheets, Caught, and Brontë: The World Without. For TV, she was a writer on the hit CTV Canadian crime drama, Cardinal. This stage production of Little Women, based on the books Little Women & Good Wives by Louisa May Alcott, is directed by Jenna Rodgers, who previously directed Mary's Wedding: A Métis Love Story in Citadel's 2021/22 Season.
We are thrilled to announce the all-Edmontonian cast for the upcoming production of Little Women, featuring both Citadel Theatre regulars and exciting debut performances. The role of Marmee will be played by Nadien Chu (The Three Musketeers, Pride and Prejudice), with Patricia Darbasie taking on the role of Aunt March (Shakespeare in Love, A Christmas Carol).
The four March sisters are brought to life by a talented ensemble, including Citadel debuts from Donna Leny Hansen as Meg and Hayley Moorhouse as Jo, and Erin Pettifor as Beth (Slight of Mind). Joining them is Citadel regular Christina Nguyen as Amy (A Midsummer Night's Dream: The ‘70s Musical, A Christmas Carol).
The cast is rounded out by Steve Greenfield as Friedrich Bhaer, Paul-Ford Manguelle as John Brooke, Troy O'Donnell as Mr. Laurence, and Gabriel Richardson, making his Citadel debut as Laurie.
Accessible Performances are happening on Sunday, May 18 at 1:30pm (Audio Described), and Saturday, May 24 at 1:30pm (Relaxed and Open Captioned). Funding for 2024/25 Accessible Performances is provided by Edmonton Community Foundation. More information can be found at citadeltheatre.com/accessibility/
The in-person Pay What You Choose lineup is happening Sunday, May 4, 2025 beginning at 5:00pm. There is also an online chance to get tickets. Pay What You Choose is presented by Alberta Blue Cross. More information can be found at citadeltheatre.com.
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