Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley
By Lauren Gunderson & Margot Melcon
Matsqui Centennial Auditorium
A charming and heart-warming sequel to Pride and Prejudice, middle-sister Mary becomes the central focus when, during a Christmas family gathering at Pemberley, an unexpected guest inspires hope for an intellectual companion, greater autonomy, and the possibility of love. Brimming with romance, comedy and smart dialogue, this show will bring cheer to your Christmas season.
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Set shortly after the events of Pride and Prejudice, this sequel to the beloved novel focusses on the studious and brainy sister, Mary, who is increasingly becoming fatigued of her role as a dutiful middle sister in the wake of her sibling’s romantic escapades.
When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest inspires hope for an intellectual companion, greater autonomy, and potential love for Mary.
Featuring many of the beloved characters from the Jane Austen classic, this show will bring cheer to your Christmas season like a steaming mug of hot apple cider.
“Droll and delicious, MISS BENNET is a charming, confectionary celebration of fan favorite characters from Pride and Prejudice, multi-generationally honoring the legacy of Jane Austen’s humor, playfulness and wit in a warm-spirited holiday theatrical production.”
—DC Metro Theater Arts
“…a perfectly constructed love story…Given its fizzy comedy, sweet spirit and clean structure, [MISS BENNET] seems destined to populate future holiday seasons…”
—San Francisco Chronicle
“…an unstuffy, highly entertaining and warm-spirited work, the kind of thing multiple generations can enjoy together.”
—Chicago Tribune