LITTE WOMEN Gala Performance Announced At Hope Mill Theatre

Details of a gala performance of Little Women The Musical in Manchester have been announced as part of the show's European premiere in the city.

The event will take place on Thursday 23 November - half-way through the show's four-week run at Hope Mill Theatre in Ancoats.

Musical theatre enthusiasts are invited to join the cast and VIP celebrity guests for a very special evening.

Guests will be treated to a drinks reception, finger buffet, live music before and after the performance, signed poster and programme, as well as the opportunity to mingle with the cast and celebrity guests after the show. Tickets are priced at £50 per person.

Little Women The Musical opens on Thursday 9 November and runs to Saturday 9 December - and is the first time that Broadway musical Little Women can be seen in Europe. Tickets are on sale now.

The production is another first for the continuing successful collaboration team of Katy Lipson of Aria Entertainment and Joseph Houston and William Whelton of Hope Mill Theatre.

The Manchester production is co-produced by Matthew Hopton from Knockhardy Productions, directed by Bronagh Lagan, choreographed by Iona Holland, design from Nik Corrall, and lighting design by Ben M Rogers.

Little Women is cast by Jane Deitch. The stunning score for Little Women The Musical is by Grammy Award winner Jason Howland. Performed by arrangement with Musical Theatre International (Europe) Limited.

The musical is based on Louisa May Alcott's captivating and critically acclaimed 150-year-old book, which follows the adventures of the four March sisters - Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy.

Jo, the second eldest daughter and an aspiring writer, receives yet another rejection from a publisher. When her friend Professor Bhaer tells Jo she can do better by making her stories more personal, she weaves the story of how she and her sisters grew up in Civil War America - a tale of self-discovery, heartache, hope and everlasting love.

Joseph Houston from Hope Mill Theatre said: "We're very excited to announce the gala performance for Little Women The Musical. We strive to give our audiences the very best new musicals, and with that comes new experiences. So we look forward to welcoming theatregoers and celebrity guests for a very special evening in at Hope Mill Theatre - I'm sure it's going to be a night to remember."

Theatregoers can also enjoy a Little Women Afternoon Tea, which is available before weekend performances only (Friday to Sunday). The traditional afternoon tea can be enjoyed in Hope Mill Theatre's Engine Room Cafe & Bar. Availability is limited so advance booking is recommended. Email hopemillteas@gmail.com to make a reservation.

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