Poway High School presents the musical “Little Women”  

POWAY, CA – Poway High School is gearing up for its production of Little Women, the Broadway musical based on Louisa May Alcott's beloved classic novel.  With a book by Allan Knee, music by Jason Howland and lyrics by Mindi Dickstein, the heartwarming story details the struggles, joys, sorrows, adventures, and eventual coming of age of the four March sisters: Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy, in Civil War era America.  As relevant today as when it was written, this timeless tale has been given new life as an exhilarating new musical filled with glorious song, dancing and a few tears. Jason Howland’s score celebrates personal discovery and a young America finding its voice and coming of age in a time of challenge and transformation.  

Opening Friday February 7, the show boasts a cast of 43 energetic students featuring Jackie Foster in the role of Jo March, Lirenza Gillette as Amy March, Kaela Marriott as Meg March, Charity Monroe as Beth March, Rebecca Dhillon as Marmee, Noah Sims as Professor Bhaer, Chris Ruddy as Laurie, Trevor Haumschilt as John, Austin Thatcher as Mr. Laurence, Margaux Payton as Aunt March, and Emily Nunn as Mrs. Kirk.

All performances start at 7 pm, playing February 7, 8 and 13, 14, 15 at the Poway Center for the Performing Arts, 15498 Espola Road, Poway, CA 92064.  Adult tickets are $12.00 with students, active military and seniors at $10.00.   The students and creative staff are very eager to share their latest musical offering with the community.  

The production is directed and choreographed by veteran San Diego actor and director Katie Wilson, Artistic Director of Rising Star Theatricals and the Visual and Performing Arts Department Chair and Drama Director at Cathedral Catholic High School.  Joining her artistic team are Assistant Directors Lana Picciano and Jason Shutt.  Nancy Gray, PHS Director of Choral Activities returns as musical director, and PHS band director Sylvester Sybilski as conductor of the PHS pit orchestra.   

Tickets may be obtained in advance by contacting Beatrice Cruz-Rivera at phsmusicaltickets2014@gmail.com or (858) 486-2583.  Tickets may also be obtained on night of performance.  Order forms are available at the PHS front desk.  More information on ticket prices and directions can be found at http://www.powaychoir.org/.

Pictured Above: The March Family from Poway High School's upcoming production of the Broadway musical, LITTLE WOMEN. (From top left, clockwise: Jackie Foster as Jo, Kaela Marriott as Meg, Charity Monroe as Beth, Lirenza Gillette as Amy. Center: Rebecca Dhillon as Marmee).