growing up, growing strong

Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women

by Lauren Gunderson, directed by Lauren Keating

February 16 - March 21

Janet Allen Stage

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Tuesday

February 16, 2027

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Wednesday

February 17, 2027

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Thursday

February 18, 2027

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Friday

February 19, 2027

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New from America’s most produced living playwright

This new adaptation of the classic novel puts Louisa May Alcott front and center, featuring many passages from the original text and exploring the overlap between the writer, her family, and her characters.

Vibrant and bursting with heart, Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women will delight audiences with its portrayal of the March sisters and their mother while their father serves in the Civil War. As they reckon with societal limitations, their eccentricities, love for each other, and shared feminine strength bind them through all of life’s ups and downs. Whether you’ve seen every adaptation of Little Women or this is your first experience, the IRT’s production will be a fresh, bold, and exciting contribution to the storied history of this important work.

 

What others are saying about
Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women

Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women at the Indiana Repertory Theatre brings the joys, dreams, laughs, and sorrows of the March family to life. Here’s what critics have been saying about the play:

“This production not only brings the popular children’s book to life, it offers insight into Ms. Alcott’s writing process.” Gunderson’s adaptation “illustrates from the start how author Louisa May Alcott beautifully and clearly was able to create word pictures, painting with her pen.” —Chicago Theatre Review

Deserves to be seen by one and all.” —Around the Town Chicago

“An enchanting, urgently joyful interpretation of Alcott’s story.” —Talkin’ Broadway

“Ideal for a multi-generational theatrical outing.” —Talkin’ Broadway

 

Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women resources

Our study guide is now available! Learn more about the context behind the IRT’s production of Louisa May Alcott’s Little Women, and how we’re bringing this new adaptation of the beloved classic to theatre audiences.

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: start at $27 (prices vary by date and seating)
  • Runtime: Approximately 2 hours, including one 15-minute intermission
  • Arrival: The lobby opens 1 hour before show time
  • Concessions: Refreshments and treats available before the show
  • Ages: Recommended for 4th grade and above
  • Accessibility: Select performances include ASL interpretation and Audio Description—see dates below.
  • Content Spotlight: Contains themes of death, loss, and grief. 

Special Programming

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Tue, February 16, 2027

7:30PM

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Wed, February 17, 2027

6:30PM

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Thu, February 18, 2027

7:30PM

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Fri, February 19, 2027

7:30PM

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Sat, February 20, 2027

5:00PM

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Sun, February 21, 2027

2:00PM

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Sat, February 27, 2027

1:00PM

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Sat, February 27, 2027

5:00PM

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Sun, February 28, 2027

2:00PM

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Thu, March 4, 2027

7:30PM

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Fri, March 5, 2027

7:30PM

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Sat, March 6, 2027

4:00PM

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Sat, March 6, 2027

8:00PM

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Sun, March 7, 2027

2:00PM

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Thu, March 11, 2027

2:00PM

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Thu, March 11, 2027

7:30PM

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Fri, March 12, 2027

7:30PM

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Sat, March 13, 2027

5:00PM

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Sun, March 14, 2027

2:00PM

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Sun, March 14, 2027

6:00PM

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Tue, March 16, 2027

6:30PM

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Wed, March 17, 2027

7:30PM

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Thu, March 18, 2027

2:00PM

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Thu, March 18, 2027

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Fri, March 19, 2027

7:30PM

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Sat, March 20, 2027

5:00PM

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Sun, March 21, 2027

2:00PM

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Ticket Info & Discounts

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IRT is an inclusive theatre and offers many accessibility options, including audio enhancement, large print programs, and sensory supports.
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