Bringing Jane Austen (to life) in the great outdoors...
by Emma Mackintosh for the County Times
‘IT is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.’
Welcome to the world of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice as you’ve never seen it before - performed outdoors in a unique open-air theatre production.
Chapterhouse Theatre Company is bringing their special theatrical adaptation of Pride and Prejudice to Gregynog Hall this summer, providing an opportunity for fans of all ages to watch this new production at one of the most idyllic and beautiful venues that Powys has to offer.
Take a step back in time as we meet Elizabeth Bennet and her sisters. While their interfering mother engineers various courtships, sisters Elizabeth and Jane must pursue their own quest for true love.
Amongst a series of misunderstandings, mistakes and miscommunications, the two girls must fight for the men they love until Elizabeth can finally surpass her prejudices to see past the proud exterior of the enigmatic Mr Darcy.
Fans of the 1813 novel will recognise each of its separate elements skillfully adapted by Laura Turner. The production is directed by Rebecca Gadsby with music composed by Richard Main.
Gregynog House itself has a long and exciting history. It was the seat of the Blayney family from the 15th century before passing into the ownership of the Hanbury Tracy family in 1795.
The house was rebuilt in the late 1830s by Charles Hanbury Tracy, the amateur architect of Hampton Court, and later Lord Sudeley.
Famous visitors to the House have included Ralph Vaughn Williams, Gustav Holst and Edward Elgar.
Chapterhouse Theatre Company is entering its 11th season of touring open-air theatre at some of the most beautiful country houses, castles and heritage sites across the UK and Ireland.
In 2010, Chapterhouse is performing in over one hundred of Britain’s most beautiful and idyllic garden settings, such as Woburn Abbey, Savill Gardens and Fountains Abbey, the perfect venues for garden and theatre lovers alike.
Open-air theatre lends itself perfectly to pre-show picnics creating an enjoyable and memorable experience for the audience.
A wonderful opportunity for friends and family to sit back and enjoy the pleasure of each other’s company whilst indulging in a glass of chilled summer wine and watching a fantastic evening of entertainment.
This quintessential production of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice is on at Gregynog Hall on August 18.
For information about booking tickets, see www.chapterhouse.org.
Whether a play seen under the stars or during an afternoon of summer’s bliss, Chapterhouse welcomes you to their 2010 season.
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