A professional-quality amateur production of Little Women by the Royal Academy Musical Theatre Company is running at the Susie Sainsbury Theatre until Sunday 14 June.
This adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s novel of the same name is being performed at the Royal Academy of Music for a very limited season, and it is well worth seeing. The cast I saw (Cast A) was fantastic throughout, excelling in both their acting and singing. While the whole cast was outstanding, I would like to highlight the performances of two actors. Sophie Lagden’s (Marmee March) vocals during Here Alone and Helen Huang’s (Beth March) acting (particularly during that scene) were both as compelling as they were heartbreaking. Honey Gawn-Hopkins also did a fantastic job with her believable portrayal of Jo March, capturing her wit and determination.
The songs from the show were excellent, but it was particularly refreshing to have a large group of musicians performing in the orchestra. Not many shows in the West End (or elsewhere) can boast about having such a talented and sizeable group of musicians. The orchestra did more than just accompany the action; it felt like a character in its own right, capable of heightening the emotional impact of the show.
While the booking website states that this was an amateur production, the acting, singing, set design, and overall production value felt professional. Only very minor details could be improved, but they did not affect the quality of the show in any way that matters. The production was phenomenal and showcased a cast and creative team with bright futures in musical theatre.
Little Women will run at the Royal Academy of Music’s Susie Sainsbury Theatre until Sunday 14 June, so please go and enjoy this production while you can!
Complimentary tickets were provided for this performance. We wish the show every success during its run!
Gonzalo
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