21 characters, 2 actors and 1 of the most romantic stories of all time…
This looks pretty good, and I’m trying to carve out time to see it, and thought our Frost readers should be made aware that hot on the heels of a highly successful 2016 tour, this richly praised retelling of the nation’s favourite novel comes to London in the run-up to Christmas. Pride and Prejudice is a must for all Austen fans and those looking for a fresh and surprising new piece of theatre.
Over 200 years after it was first published, Joannah Tincey’s adaptation brings Pride and Prejudice to life with just two actors. Using nothing but Austen’s text and their own ingenuity the actors illuminate Austen’s words in a fresh and relevant way for the modern viewer.
Joannah Tincey says, I wanted to create an adaptation where the characters talk to the audience in the same way that Austen talks to her readers. By addressing the audience directly and allowing the characters to speak for themselves, we are bringing Jane Austen’s unique and witty writing style to life in a truly theatrical context.
The full gamut of Austen’s 21 characters and locations, from the Meryton Assembly to the grounds of Pemberley, from Mrs Bennet’s nerves to Mr Wickham’s misdeeds all come to life in this inventive production. And, of course, there are Darcy and Lizzy, who move from instant dislike to something altogether more affectionate.
Fun, fast and, most importantly, romantic, this production sparkles with Austen’s wit and style. Pride and Prejudice offers a brand new interpretation of one of literature’s greatest love stories and is the perfect alternative to the traditional Christmas pantomime.
Sounds good, methinks.
Pride and Prejudice, a Richard Darbourne Ltd, in association with Jermyn Street Theatre, presents The Two Bit Classics production
Wednesday 30th November – Wednesday 21st December 2016 Tuesday-Friday, 7.30pm Saturday-Sunday, 3.30pm and 7.30pm Additional performances 8th and 15th December, 3.30pm
2 and a half hours (including an interval) @TwoBitClassics, @jstheatre, #PrideAndPrejudice