Thanks to our friends at Center Stage Records, we can share with you an exclusive listen to the track ‘This is Our Story’ featuring Christine Allado from the studio Cast Recording of Jo – The Little Woman Musical, being released on streaming and digital formats tomorrow (Friday 23 May). The recording can be pre-ordered HERE.
Jo – The Little Women Musical – a new musical adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s iconic coming-of-age novel Little Women – has music by Dan Redfeld and book and lyrics by Christina Harding and John Gabriel Koladziej. The two-CD set will be released on 23 July and is also available for pre-order.
The album, recorded at London’s renowned Abbey Road Studios with a 29-piece orchestra, features a mix of Broadway, West End and international stars including Grammy Award nominated Christine Allado as Jo March, Tony Award winner and five-time Tony Award nominee Laura Benanti as Marmee March, two-time Tony Award winner Christine Ebersole as Aunt March, Olivier-nominated West End and Broadway star Julian Ovenden as Father, two-time Tony Award nominee Bob Gunton as Grandfather, West End star Kelly Mathieson as Meg March, TV star Sophie Pollono as Amy March, Eleanor Grant as Beth March, Rob Houchen as Theodore ‘Laurie’ Laurence, Chris Mann as Professor Bhaer, Liam Tamne as John Brooke, Tobias Turley as Fred Vaughn and Miyuki Miyagi as Sallie Gardiner.
The recording is produced by five-time Grammy nominee and three-time Emmy winner Nigel Wright and Dan Redfeld. Brian Purcell and Bailey Harris serve as executive producers for the album. Redfeld also serves as conductor and orchestrator.
Jo – The Little Women Musical is a love letter to Louisa May Alcott’s cherished novel, taking the story to new heights in a vibrant new production. With a sweeping cinematic score and fresh narrative, Jo brings the timeless coming of age story of the March sisters into sharp focus for a new generation, asking all of us: “Will you have the courage to write your own story?”
Jo March, a passionate young writer growing up amidst the US Civil War, is faced with the overwhelming grief of losing her sister Beth. As she navigates this profound loss, Jo reflects on her journey with ambition, family, love and sacrifice. Her sorrow becomes the catalyst for writing the story of her sisters, transforming her pain into purpose. Through this act of creation, Jo reminds us of the power of claiming one’s unique voice and identity.
Music co-producer Nigel Wright said: “I have to say this album is glorious and a real highlight in my career. Simply stunning!”
Dan Redfeld, composer and music co-producer, added: “The Jo album is a magical listening experience. We are excited for the world to hear the brilliance of the studio cast and orchestra on this recording, which is literally the complete show. It has been a privilege to work alongside Nigel Wright and team Jo!”
The full show will be presented at a future date to be announced as a semi-staged concert in London, directed by JoAnn M Hunter (20 Broadway shows to her credit as choreographer including Bad Cinderella and School of Rock).
Jo – The Little Women Musical studio album is being released by Center Stage Records, led by the Grammy Award and Tony Award-winning producer, Van Dean.
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