Beyond the Book in Florida is all about Austen
Alert Janeite Cindy C. sent us some information about the Beyond the Book program in Florida, which has chosen Pride and Prejudice as its 2007 selection. The selection is tied to the Asolo Repertory Theatre’s stage production of Pride and Prejudice in March and April, and the program is “aimed at inspiring reading, literacy, and community connection.”
The list of planned events is quite extensive (we’re a little jealous! So much Janeite fun to be had!)
Cindy tells us, “The actress doing the book readings is understudy for the role of Mrs. Bennet and she said the set design will be minimalist, which should be interesting. The photos at the Asolo’s web site seem to have been taken at the John Ringling mansion, Ca’d'Zan.”
January 30th, 2007 at 11:41 am
I am pleased to see that Pride and Prejudice has been chosen for this year. I just read the book and I loved it. I am writing a paper on p&p but I dont know where to start. I need to decide on a specific subject so I can conform a thesis statement. Any advice?
January 30th, 2007 at 11:45 am
My parents live near the Asolo and I generally go down to visit every March, but this year it’s impossible. I cannot believe I’m going to miss this production.
January 30th, 2007 at 12:43 pm
Holy cow, that’s a lot of JA events!!
January 30th, 2007 at 9:06 pm
Holy cow is right! I’m so excited to be right here in the middle of it!
January 31st, 2007 at 7:19 am
Cindy, isn’t the Asolo on the Ringling “campus” these days anyway?
January 31st, 2007 at 10:56 pm
Yes, Julie, the Ringling art museum, house and circus museum. The original Asolo theatre, which is smaller, is also there, and the larger one was built right outside of the grounds.
February 1st, 2007 at 6:45 am
I’ve been to the Ringling. I missed the Ca’d'Zan because they were refurbishing it the last time I went. I will be moving to East Manatee in about a year or so, and it’s nice to know there are other Janeites in the vicinity.
February 1st, 2007 at 2:20 pm
Oh, let me know when you move! Drop me a mention at either the DWG or bennetgirls.com - I know several other Janeites around here, and we are always happy to meet more!
February 3rd, 2007 at 9:41 am
That’s great. Will do!