PRIDE & PREJUDICE

A sumptuous theatrical ode to the mother of romantic comedies.

It is a truth universally acknowledged that Pride & Prejudice is one of the greatest romance stories ever written. In the 250th year after her birth, Jane Austen’s timeless tale leaps to the stage in a vibrant retelling with a luminous all-Queensland cast.

Smart, witty and fearless, Elizabeth Bennet is an independent young woman who dearly loves a laugh and is not afraid to poke fun where fun is most definitely warranted. At odds with her husband-hunting sisters and dithery mother, Elizabeth longs for the power to determine her own marital fate.

Amidst the glittering swirl of regency balls, gossip and the hypocrisy of 19th century England, Elizabeth encounters the arrogant, aloof, but infuriatingly eligible Mr Darcy. The two are more alike than they care to admit. Mindful? Yes. Demure? Debatable. A perfect match? Most ardently!

Penned by Patrick White Award winners Wendy Mocke and Lewis Treston, Austen’s rapier wit and iconic characters burst to life in this exquisite theatrical adaptation of the novel that defined the very genre of romantic comedy.

"To you I shall say, as I have often said before, do not be in a hurry, the right man will come at last."

— Jane Austen

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THE REVIEWS ARE IN

★★★★
“Lavish and delightful”
— Brisbane Times

“A production worthy of Broadway and the West End … a revelation”
— InReview

“This is a terrific night at the theatre and should not be missed.”
— Arts Hub

“Forget brat; this summer is now all about the Regency rom com”
— Blue Curtains Brisbane

“With its timeless wit, sharp social commentary, and swoon-worthy romance, Pride and Prejudice remains as captivating on stage as it is on the page.”
— The Scoop

“A world-class production that was warm, funny and completely engaging”
— InReview

“Full of glorious, bold Baz Luhrman-like aesthetic moments”
— Blue Curtains Brisbane

“Effortlessly blends all the expected period regency with some very unexpected modern touches … this production is of the highest possible standard."
— Absolute Theatre

“Jane Austen would be so pleased”
— InReview

“A vibrant theatrical adaptation”
— Blue Curtain Brisbane

“A delightful reminder why Elizabeth Bennet and Mr Darcy’s love story has endured.”
— The Scoop

“This adaptation does a wonderful job of elevating the sharp wit and dialogue of Austen to the point of being genuinely funny throughout."
— Absolute Theatre

“If the audience reaction to the opening night performance is anything to go by, word of mouth alone will ensure packed audiences for the rest of the play’s run. BYO bonnet.”
— The Scoop