Pride and Prejudice

Pride and Prejudice | 8. Netherfield Ball

Jun 30, 2020

Join the Bennett sisters as they prepare for the Netherfield Ball, with discussions about Mr. Darcy and Mr. Wickham adding tension. Social dynamics and future prospects unfold at the ball, revealing conflicts and potential matches. Amidst social awkwardness and misunderstandings, the sisters navigate etiquette, humility, and confrontations, all culminating in a night of drama and intrigue.

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Elizabeth's interactions at the Netherfield Ball highlight a rift with elite guests due to Mr. Wickham's absence

Mr. Collins' persistent attempts to court Elizabeth disrupt her evening, leading her to redirect his attention elsewhere

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Mr. Wickham's Absence at Netherfield Ball Raises Suspicions

At the Netherfield Ball, Elizabeth eagerly anticipates meeting Mr. Wickham to confirm her suspicions about Mr. Darcy's interference. However, Mr. Wickham's absence raises doubts, with Mr. Denny hinting at strategic avoidance due to Darcy. Elizabeth's discontent grows, leading to tension in her interactions, highlighting a rift between her and the elite guests.

Intro

2min

Discussions and Preparations for the Netherfield Ball

25min

Chance Encounter and Etiquette at the Netherfield Ball

2min

A Conversation on Dignity and Humility

2min

Social Awkwardness at the Netherfield Ball

10min

Social dynamics and future prospects at the Netherfield Ball

4min

Mr Bingley and his sisters visit Longbourn to extend a personal invitation to a ball at Netherfield Park. Elizabeth looks forward to the prospect of dancing with the dashing Mr Wickham but other suitors vie for her attention. Chapter 17-18.

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Directed by Liana Emmerson, narrated by Olivia French and adapted for audio by Elizabeth Bradford, Olivia French and Liana Emmerson.

This episode features the voices of Olivia French as Elizabeth Bennet, Liana Emmerson as Jane Bennet, Lana Spencer as Louisa Hurst, Marli van der Bijl as Caroline Bingley, Kirily McKellor as Mary Bennet, James Wait as Mr Denny, Ryan O’Connor as Mr Darcy, Ebony McClain as Charlotte Lucas, Nicholas Barker-Pendree as Sir William Lucas, Shannon Nicholls as Mr Collins, Liz Hardiman as Mrs Bennet, Chris Hiscock as Mr Bennet, Paul Roberts as Mr Bingley and Daisy Kennington as Lydia Bennet.

This podcast was produced by Ballarat National Theatre on the lands of our traditional custodians, the Wadawurrung people. Cast recordings were made in the lands of the Wadawurrung, Dja Dja Wurrung, Boonwurrung and Bidjigal people.

Ballarat National Theatre acknowledges and pays respect to our traditional custodians and to their past, present and emerging leaders.

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