This year, the Timothy Christian School Theater Department brought the beloved American classic Little Women to life on stage. Directed by TCS alumna, Ali Rabideau (Class of 2012), and Juliana Dagnall, the production told the heartfelt story of four sisters coming of age during the Civil War, navigating the joys and struggles of life, love, loss, and family.
“It was a joy to bring a story that is so dear to my heart to the stage! I’ve loved Little Women since I was young and had the privilege of playing the role of Jo March back when I was a student at TCS! I really liked seeing the different ways our actors interpreted and understood the characters. It gave me a new perspective on the story. Our theatre department works SO hard. It’s an honor to work with them!” shared Miss Rabideau.
The show was particularly special in that it welcomed a large number of first-time cast and crew members. Watching these students learn and grow, both on stage and behind the scenes, was a joy for the entire TCS community. From line memorization and set design to lighting cues and costume changes, our students poured their hearts into every aspect of the production.
Little Women features many scenes where characters write and read letters aloud, which gave the actors a unique opportunity to develop distinct “writing styles” through physical acting. At the same time, the crew worked hard to ensure that the flow of letters moving on and off stage was seamless and accurate, a behind-the-scenes challenge that they handled with professionalism and creativity.
Junior Lacey King, who played Jo March, brought depth and energy to the iconic role.
“Playing Jo March was great because it gave me an opportunity to practice improvisation and comedic timing,” Lacey shared.
The cast included several talented seniors: Jimmy McLaughlin, Wayne Scafe, Silas Tirado, Elizabeth Attia, Anya Wildgoose, and Aaron George, each of whom contributed their experience and leadership to the production. A special shoutout goes to Elizabeth, who has now completed four years as graphic designer for the theater department. This year, she once again created a beautiful graphic design for the playbill and promotional materials. Her eye for detail and artistic skill continue to be a vital part of the TCS theater experience.
We’re grateful for the dedication of our students, faculty, and volunteers who made this production a success. Little Women reminded us of the power of storytelling and the strength of family, friendship, and perseverance, themes that still resonate today. Thank you to everyone who supported the show. We can’t wait to see what next year holds for the TCS stage!