Pride and Prejudice

Pride and Prejudice | 27. A Most Welcome Return

Jan 5, 2021

Rumors of a wealthy young man's return spark excitement and gossip in the Bennet family. Emotions run high as characters navigate feelings towards Mr. Bingley and Mr. Darcy. The podcast explores family dynamics, anticipation, and emotional turmoil at Netherfield, leading to a social gathering filled with heartfelt conversations.

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Mrs. Bennet eagerly anticipates Mr. Bingley's return, displaying intentions for advantageous matches.

Elizabeth experiences conflicting emotions towards Mr. Darcy, leading to curiosity and unease about his intentions.

Deep dives

Reception of Mr. Wickham and Lydia's Departure

As Wickham suppresses any further talk that could distress Elizabeth and Mrs. Bennet, Lydia's sudden departure for Newcastle creates emotional turmoil for Mrs. Bennet, who feels a deep loss. The pending arrival of Mr. Bingley at Netherfield excites Mrs. Bennet, causing anticipation and frenzied preparations in the household.

Intro

2min

Anticipation of Mr. Bingley's Return to Netherfield

3min

A Conversation About Feelings and Speculations

2min

Emotional Turmoil at Netherfield

24min

A Pleasant Social Gathering and Conversations about Feelings

3min

Rumour has it that a young man of large fortune has returned to Netherfield. Mrs Bennet ensures that he is invited to dinner.

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This episode features the voices of Olivia French as Elizabeth Bennet, Daisy Kate Kennington as Lydia Bennet, Amelia Pawsey as Kitty Bennet, Liana Skewes as Jane Bennet, Liz Hardiman as Mrs Bennet, Chris Hiscock as Mr Bennet, Emma Wood as Mrs Phillips, Tess Parker as Party Guest, Ryan O'Connor as Mr Darcy and Paul Roberts as Mr Bingley.

This production is directed by Liana Skewes, narrated by Olivia French and prepared for production by Elizabeth Bradford, Olivia French, Liana Skewes and Marli van der Bijl.

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

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