Louisa May Alcott (1832-1888) is the author of the beloved Little Women, which was based on her own experiences growing up in New England with her parents and three sisters. More than a century after her death, Louisa May Alcott's stories continue to delight readers of all ages.
Lauren Ambrose received critical acclaim as Juliet in Shakespeare in the Park's Romeo and Juliet. Other theater credits include Sam Shepard's Buried Child at The National Theater in London and Clifford Odets' Awake and Sing on Broadway. She was nominated for two Emmy® awards for her work in Six Feet Under.
