The ever-dependable Mary Bennet is growing tired of her role as dutiful middle sister in the face of her siblings’ romantic escapades. When the family visits for Christmas, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match — and possibly even love? Spend the holiday season with your favorite Pride and Prejudice characters, as they gather at Pemberley, the stately home of Mr. and Mrs. Darcy! This charmingly imagined sequel to Jane Austen’s masterwork will delight Austen aficionados and new-comers alike — just the kind of experience multiple generations can enjoy together!
“The Family We Make”
by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon
“SENSORY FRIENDLY” Invited Dress Rehearsal
A Pay What You Feel performance specifically designed for audience members with autism spectrum disorders, or other sensory disorders. In 2019, COF became the first theatre in Idaho to join Theatre Development Fund’s Autism-Friendly Theatre Network. TDF advocates for accessible live theatre performing arts experiences for patrons with a range of spectrum or sensory disorders. COF will offer “sensory friendly” performances throughout our season, specifically designed for audience members with autism spectrum disorders, or other sensory disorders. Special thanks to TDF’s National Autism-Friendly Performance Training Program for serving as an advisor.
“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.” —DCMetroTheaterArts.com
“Miss Bennet is a must-see for those who want to experience a wonderful feel-good love story during the Christmas season.” —Splash Magazine
“It’s a joyous thing when you have to pinch yourself because you can’t believe a play is getting better and better and more irresistible as it goes on; but that’s what happens here. Do not miss Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberly.” —Atlanta Town Paper
SHOW NOTES:
Content Advisory: none
Recommended Age: This production is appropriate for audiences 10 years of age and older.
Approximate Run Time: Miss Bennet is approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes including one 15 minute intermission.
SHOW SPONSOR:
Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberly is generously sponsored by Rebecca & Jonathan Neeley.