Why Audiences MUST Experience Little Women Ballet

Critically Praised, Family-Friendly, and Visually Stunning

BroadwayWorld called the production “a lavish, romantic, nostalgic, family-friendly night of dance,” praising its ability to blend classical ballet with deeply human moments. The ballet features over thirty dancers and is supported by original set pieces that reflect both the elegance and simplicity of the 19th-century domestic world. The visual design is grounded in a romantic aesthetic that echoes the spirit of Alcott’s novel—authentic, detailed, and emotionally evocative.

A Timely Celebration of Women’s Voices

In an age where women's narratives are more vital than ever, Little Women Ballet is a reminder of the enduring power of female creativity, resilience, and sisterhood. It honors the young girls who dream, the women who write, and the families that sustain them. The March sisters' journey—from spirited girlhood to womanhood—is presented with honesty and heart, offering audiences a mirror to their own experiences of growth and change.

A Literary Classic Transformed Through Movement

This is not simply an adaptation of Little Women—it is a living, breathing interpretation of Alcott’s words through dance. Audiences follow Louisa May Alcott herself as she writes her novel, with characters emerging from the page in real-time. The March sisters evolve before the audience’s eyes, portrayed first as their younger selves and later as mature women, navigating love, ambition, loss, and personal growth. The story unfolds with emotional precision through original choreography, guiding the audience through pivotal moments: Meg and John’s modest wedding, Jo’s struggle with artistic rejection, Amy’s journey through Europe, Beth’s gentle courage in the face of illness, and Jo’s reconciliation with grief.

Exceptional Talent and a Richly Textured Ensemble

The cast features a rotating set of performers for each showtime, including Sophia Moritz, Rebekah Tkach, Claire Simmons, Catie Faye Smith, and more—an ensemble of young dancers delivering technically sophisticated, emotionally resonant performances. Many of the dancers are residents of Pasadena, CA. The choreography emphasizes storytelling above all, allowing each performer to contribute to the audience’s connection with the March family. One does not need to be a ballet aficionado to be moved; the story speaks to everyone, regardless of age or experience with dance.

A Production Rooted in History and Heart

Audiences are invited to witness not only a ballet but a layered homage to storytelling itself. From the attic where Jo composes her first lines, to the European salons of Amy’s coming-of-age, to the quiet heartbreak of Beth’s final days, every scene is rendered with care, depth, and artistic integrity.