Last week, the March sisters took centre stage in Oxford, as the vibrant new adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's Little Women lit up our theatre.

At the heart of the production is the spirited Jo March, portrayed by Grace Molony. Given Jo's passion for writing, it felt only fitting to invite young people across Oxfordshire to put pen to paper in our Young Reviewers competition.

We were thrilled to receive a thoughtful and compelling review of Sally Rooney’s Intermezzo from our competition winner, Eva H. As part of her prize, Eva attended Little Women at The Playhouse last week — and now shares her review of the production below.

Little Women: Review

By Eva H

This latest production of Little Women at Oxford Playhouse offers the audience a spellbinding evening of joy and laughter with a touch of tragedy to round out the performance.

With Ruari Murchison’s innovative set design, the production captures all the essential elements of whimsy that lie in Alcott’s original tale, combining natural imagery with the domestic and amplifying the intimate familial warmth that is crucial in securing the audience’s emotional sympathies.

The cast excels at portraying a true, authentic sisterhood on stage, their chemistry sharp, heartfelt and witty. A true highlight emerges in the quieter moments of the production, as the ensemble engages in beautifully harmonised song, amplifying the intensity of emotion, whether that be grief or pure joy.

This small but mighty cast, under Loveday Ingram’s direction, creates a layered, rich and ultimately loveable family dynamic that lingers with the audience members long after the curtain falls.