Reading Aloud: An Evening of Pride and Prejudice

As part of a small and exclusive audience, you’ll start with a welcome from the Museum Director Lizzie Dunford before settling down for a lively reading by fantastic actors Hollie Hales and Adam Cunis – bringing Jane Austen’s beloved story to life.

You’ll enjoy the first six chapters of Pride and Prejudice, from Mr Bingley’s first arrival at Netherfield to Mr Darcy’s snub of Elizabeth at the Meryton assembly, and on to the evening party at Sir William Lucas’s where Darcy notices Elizabeth’s fine eyes with admiration, and Miss Bingley experiences a twinge of jealousy… As a master of dialogue, Jane Austen’s works are best enjoyed out loud, and this delightful performance will bring the characters alive in the very room in which Jane first gave voice to them herself.

After the reading, you’ll enjoy a warming glass of mulled wine or apple juice in the Historic Kitchen and toast the inimitable and extraordinary Jane Austen.

Tickets: £30 per person

This event is part of the Pride and Prejudice Festival, 23-28 January 2025 at Jane Austen’s House.