Videography by James Folsom | Photography by Edie Tyebkhan | Directed and Choreographed by Emma Andres
The Beginning of Our Story
Little Women Ballet, established in 2023 by Emma Andres, is a series of dance works about the classic tale Little Women --- with the culmination being a full-length ballet. This work is a tribute to Louisa May Alcott and other female authors and is launching a movement toward more ballets surrounding women and their stories.
As a female choreographer and teacher, Andres believes it is crucial that young artists see stories that are uplifting, inspiring, and, most of all, center around characters they can relate to and admire. The ballet features choreography that captures the essence of the characters and the pivotal moments in their lives. The dancers were coached on both their technical artistry and character development. The ballet is set to music composed by Daniel Robbins, which complements the emotional depth of the story. It's a beautiful fusion of dance and literature, bringing the beloved characters and their experiences to life on stage.
Little Women Ballet offers a visual and emotional experience that resonates with the themes and sentiments of the original novel, making it a unique and special way to experience Alcott's timeless tale.
Little Women Ballet has evolved into many forms, including several dynamic productions and a short film. Little Women Ballet: The Immersive Experience is currently being held at Heritage Square Museum in Los Angeles.
Little Women Ballet is a proud partner with ArtistsPlus Productions Inc.
ArtistsPlus Productions, Inc. is the collective creation of three outstanding director-choreographers from Southern California. After collaborating on numerous projects, Diane De Franco Browne, Shauna Goddard-Barger and Jackie Kopcsak united their creative visions, coming together to form their own production company.
ARTISTSPLUS PRODUCTIONS MISSION:
ArtistsPlus Productions enhances performing arts experiences by bringing the power and imagination of excellent dance-making to collaborative creative partnerships throughout Southern California and around the world.
Recent projects include commissions and collaborations with the American Youth Symphony, Angeles Chorale, ArtNight Pasadena, Bel Canto Chorale and Orchestra, LA Art Show, LACMA, MUSE/IQUE, Music & More SummerFest and other Pasadena museums and arts organizations.
Videography by James Folsom | Photography by Edie Tyebkhan | Directed and Choreographed by Emma Andres