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Donna Hoke’s adaptation of Little Women re-imagines the March sisters in the 21st century. The core themes of Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel are very much present, updated for modern audiences: the March family father couldn’t find work after being laid off from his corporate job and is now in Kansas working at his brother’s drugstore. With the family’s wealth and her husband gone, Mom works as a waitress and does her best to raise her daughters on her own. Meg has no real ambitions and resents having to act as a second parent, Jo dreams of being a writer, Beth struggles to cope with the state of the world, and Amy just wants her own phone so she can fawn over boys on Instagram. Over about 20 years, the March family experiences love and loss as they come into their own and realize their dreams. Given that the source material is updated for contemporary audiences, Hoke encourages diverse casting.
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Key Terms
An adaptation is a reworking of a story from one medium or cultural context into another, such as turning a novel into a play or updating a classic play’s setting. Adaptations often reinterpret themes, characters, and style for new audiences. They can range from faithful recreations to bold reimaginings.
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Kevan Dunkelberg
Oklahoma-based drama teacher, actor and playwright