Jon Jory’s stage adaptation of Pride and Prejudice brings Jane Austen’s classic novel about the Bennet family to life. The story explores the efforts of a family to marry off each of its five daughters in eighteenth century England, with a particular focus on the story of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy, who must battle with societal expectations and their own biases as they navigate their relationship. Jory’s version of Pride and Prejudice keeps all the wit and romance of Austen’s novel, but channels it into a fast-paced live action format, and Christine Carpenter’s direction with Town & Gown Players—Athens’ longest-running, all-volunteer community theater—brings an extra emphasis to the female empowerment at the center of the story. Performances will be held Aug. 9–10 and 15–17 at 8 p.m. and Aug. 11 and 18 at 2 p.m. Various ticket discounts are available for students, seniors and Town & Gown members.
WHO: Pride and Prejudice
WHEN: Aug. 9–10, 15–17 at 8 p.m. & Aug. 11, 18 at 2 p.m.
WHERE: Town & Gown Players
HOW MUCH: $23.09
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