CofC Theatre: New Holiday Classic ‘Miss Bennet’ Extends Storyline of ‘Pride & Prejudice’

By: CofC Media

CofC Stages at the College of Charleston’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present the play “Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley,” a sequel to Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice.” Penned by Lauren Gunderson and Margo Melcon, “Miss Bennet” is set two years after the novel ends and continues the story, this time with middle-sister Mary as the unlikely heroine. Spending most of her time in the company of books and her piano, Mary has grown tired of her role as the obedient daughter and dreams of forging a new path. When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and possibly even love. Carrying CofC Stages’ 2022-23 season theme, “Constructing Identity,” this witty, romantic comedy promises to captivate longtime fans of Jane Austen and newcomers alike.

Performances of “Miss Bennet” at Sottile Theatre (44 George St.) are November 18th and 19th at 7:30 pm, and Sunday, November 20th at 2 pm. Individual tickets are $20 adults; $15 seniors (60+), military/veteran, and youth under 18; $12 CofC students, faculty, and staff. Info and ticket links are at go.cofc.edu/missbennet, or contact the George Street Box Office by emailing gsbo@cofc.edu or calling (843) 953-4726.

Directed by veteran stage actor and Associate Professor of Theatre, Evan Parry, “Miss Bennet” features a cast and crew composed of student actors. Production designers include theatre majors Savannah Blake (costume design), Ethan Robey (scenic design), Sara Whitehead (lighting design), and Eli Salas (sound design). Recent alumna Becca McLeod serves as stage manager.

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