Thursday 29 July 2010

Pride and Prejudice - Adapted for the stage by Simon Reade

I saw this at the Oxford Playhouse earlier this year and it was wonderfully done. As any die-hard Austen fan knows, this particular work of hers is not easy to transcribe into film, let alone theatre. The costumes were spot-on and the set design very impressive. Lighting, music and sound complement the story as it unfoldswhilst managing to match to the mannerisms of each character.
All in all, a beautiful transcription that preserves the charm of the best-loved novel. A highly recommended show. The Theatre Royal Bath Productions are currently touring the UK with this so catch it while you can.
 
http://www.oxfordplayhouse.com/archive/show.aspx?eventid=1307


Producing Company - Theatre Royal Bath Productions

Further Information

Director - Toby Frow
Designer -  Christopher Wood
Lighting - Johanna Town
Music & Sound - Richard Hammarton
Susan Hampshire leads as Mrs Bennett.

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