"Little Women" is a classic coming-of-age story set in Civil War-era Concord, Massachusetts. The real life inspirations for the characters: Jo, Amy, Meg, and Beth were the Alcotts: Louisa, Anna, May, and Lizzie. Join us for a living history performance about Louisa and May Alcott with Concord Playwrights and Actors Amy Cole and Stefanie Cloutier. The program begins with an intimate conversation between two storied sisters featuring period costumes and original photographs. Based on primary sources including letters, journal entries, and books, Cole and Cloutier uncovered innermost details between these beloved Little Women. A Q&A will follow.

ABOUT THE ARTISTS

Amy Cole (Playwright and Actor) has a bachelor’s in Theater Arts from Emerson College in Boston and is a longtime docent, interpretive guide and trainer. She has scripted, directed, and acted in numerous tours and performances for major historical landmarks, including The Richard H. Driehaus Museum and Glessner House in Chicago, Ill.

Stefanie Cloutier (Playwright and Actor) has a longtime background in theater, including musicals, comedies, dramas, Shakespeare, etc. She has performed in murder mystery improv and has written, produced and performed her own trilogy about motherhood.

This program is made possible by the generous donors to the Cary Library Foundation.