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Theater Review: 'Little Women The Musical' by Castle Craig Players

Castle Craig Players has been presenting live theatre in Meriden since 1992. "Little Women" is completely sold out; waiting list available.

Lexie Faust, Hazel Foley, Erin Campbell, Emily Pollack & Kate Stango.
Lexie Faust, Hazel Foley, Erin Campbell, Emily Pollack & Kate Stango. (Photo by Kevin McNair.)

Review by Connecticut Critics Circle Member Nancy Sasso Janis

Castle Craig Players is performing a heartwarming production of “Little Women The Musical” on their stage in Meriden through Aug. 10. The fabulous cast is under the direction of Ian Galligan, with choreography designed by Brandon D. Gregoire in his choreographic debut. CCP co-founder Melanie Del Sole served as the show’s producer.

The musical version of the Louisa May Alcott novel includes a book by Allan Knee, charming music by Jason Howland and lyrics by Mindi Dickstein. The classic tale of the March sisters is set in Concord, MA and New York City, from Christmas 1863 through the spring of 1867.

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Emily Pollack, Kate Stango, Hazel Foley & Lexie Faust. Photo by Kevin McNair.

Hazel Foley, a rising theater senior at Temple University, completely embodies the role of the determined Jo March with a crystal clear singing voice. Her performance is a joy to watch in every way.

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Castle Craig Players has been presenting live theatre in the heart of Downtown Meriden since 1992. “Little Women” is completely sold out, but there is a waiting list available.

The group has announced their 2025-2026 season. A beloved classic play to be announced will open the season in October, and “One Christmas Eve at Evergreen Mall” will be presented in December. “Harvey” by Mary Chase is scheduled for May, followed by “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change” and “The Great American Trailer Park Musical.” Tickets at castlecraigplayers.org.

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