The musical is based on Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel.
It has been announced that Jo – The Little Women Musical will release a studio album which was recorded at the iconic Abbey Road Studios on Friday 23rd May.
Featuring music by Dan Redfeld, book and lyrics by Christina Harding and John Gabriel Koladziej, the musical is focused on Jo March’s story as she aims to become a renowned writer – a purpose which grows as she grieves for her sister Beth.
Set to have a London premiere at a later date, the recording will feature Tony Award® winner and five-time Tony Award® nominee Laura Benanti (Gypsy) is Marmee March; two-time Tony Award® winner Christine Ebersole (42nd Street) is Aunt March; Olivier nominated West End and Broadway star Julian Ovenden (South Pacific), Father; Grammy Award nominated Christine Allado (Hamilton) Jo March; two-time Tony Award® nominee Bob Gunton (Evita), Grandfather; West End star Kelly Mathieson (The Phantom of the Opera), Meg March; TV star Sophie Pollono (Young and the Restless), Amy March; Eleanor Grant (Avatar LIVE), Beth March; Rob Houchen (Titanique), Theodore “Laurie” Laurence; Chris Mann (The Phantom of the Opera), Professor Bhaer; Liam Tamne (Prince of Egypt), John Brooke; Tobias Turley (Mamma Mia!), Fred Vaughn; Miyuki Miyagi (Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812), Sallie Gardiner.
The performers will be accompanied by a 29-piece orchestra, with five-time Grammy nominee Nigel Wright and Redfield producing. It will be available on all platforms including Spotify, iTunes, Apple Music and Amazon Music.
Album pre-launch party events will be held in New York on Monday 19th May and in London on Thursday 22nd May featuring artists from the recording. The album is being released through Center Stage Records, led by the Grammy Award and Tony Award® winning producer, Van Dean.
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.
Dan Redfeld, Composer and Co-Music Producer, said: “The Jo album is a magical listening experience. We are excited for the world to hear Jo and 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!”