Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley
By Lauren Gunderson & Margot Melcon
Matsqui Centennial Auditorium
Set shortly after the events of Pride and Prejudice, this sequel to the beloved novel focusses on Mary, the studious and brainy sister, 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.
Performance Information
Running time
Approximately 2 hours, plus one, twenty-minute intermission.
Location
Matsqui Centennial Auditorium
32315 South Fraser Way, Abbotsford
Showtimes
December 15 - 16, 20 – 23, 2023 @ 7:30 PM
Matinee: Dec. 16 & 23 @ 2:00 PM
“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
Opening Night Sponsor
MEI Schools
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Cast
Delaney Davis
Mary Bennet
Cameron McKerchar
Arthur de Bourgh
Danielle Hackett
Elizabeth Darcy
Mariah Van Herwaarden
Jane Bingley
Angel Duran-Heon
Charles Bingley
Victoria Zator
Lydia Wickham
Lydia Gunnink
Anne de Bourgh
Spencer Danek
Fitzwilliam Darcy
Artistic Team
Sarah Green
Director
Elijah Kroeker
Sound Designer
Jeff Kiers
Set Designer
Alyssa Strauss
Stage Manager
Brenna Tinworth
Assistant Stage Manager
Audrey Boschmann
Assistant Stage Manager
Location
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