
Pride and Prejudice
A Pride and Prejudice audiobook performed by 27 actors with gorgeous ambient sounds and music to bring the story to life. Presented over 30 beautiful episodes.This dramatised audiobook is produced by the Australian not-for-profit community theatre company, Ballarat National Theatre. 2021 Webby Award Honoree in the 25th Annual Webby Awards (Limited Series Podcast - Scripted Fiction).
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Jul 27, 2020 • 38min
Pride and Prejudice | 11. Jane's Real Friends
Olivia French, voice actor for Elizabeth, discusses Jane's romantic woes and Mr. Wickham's charm. Mrs. Gardiner questions Mr. Bingley's sincerity. They highlight the balance between love and prudence in relationships. The characters navigate social engagements and reflect on changing relationships. The debate on motives in romantic relationships unfolds, while Elizabeth receives an unexpected invitation for a summer adventure.

Jul 22, 2020 • 37min
Pride and Prejudice | 10. Another Proposal
Mr Collins is determined to see out his visit at Longbourn, regardless of his reject proposal, and intends return to Huntsford on Saturday. But Charlotte Lucas has designs of her own. Chapter 22-24.Love the podcast? Support us by purchasing some of our awesome merchandise on our RedBubble storeThis episode features the voices of Olivia French as Elizabeth Bennet, Ebony McClain as Charlotte Lucas, Nicholas Barker-Pendree as Sir William Lucas, Pippa Asome as the Younger Lucas Sibling, Shannon Nicholls as Mr Collins, Chris Hiscock as Mr Bennet, Kirily McKellor as Mary Bennet, Daisy Kate Kennington as Lydia Bennet, Liana Skewes as Jane Bennet and Liz Hardiman as Mrs Bennet.This production was directed by Liana Skewes, narrated by Olivia French and adapted for audio by Elizabeth Bradford, Olivia French and Liana Skewes. 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, Bidjigal, Wurundjeri, Woi Wurrung and Boonwurrung people.Ballarat National Theatre acknowledges and pays respect to our traditional custodians and to their past, present and emerging leaders.Support our community theatre company and help us create future stories by becoming a member or follow Ballarat National Theatre on Instagram and Facebook.

Jul 14, 2020 • 39min
Pride and Prejudice | 9. Mr Collins Proposes
Olivia French, Shannon Nicholls, and Liz Hardiman discuss Mr. Collins's proposal to Elizabeth, leading to tension and rejection. Caroline Bingley expresses concerns and intentions, while characters await Mr. Bingley's return with contempt, hope, and excitement.

Jun 30, 2020 • 44min
Pride and Prejudice | 8. Netherfield Ball
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.

Jun 22, 2020 • 37min
Pride and Prejudice | 7. Meet Wickham
Mr. Wickham, a charming officer, reveals his mysterious past to Elizabeth. Topics include the arrival of the regiment, Mr. Wickham's revelations about Mr. Darcy, and discussions on pride and relationships.

Jun 15, 2020 • 23min
Pride and Prejudice | 6. Meet Mr Collins
Shannon Nicholls as Mr Collins is introduced at Longbourn, causing a stir. The family reacts to his formal and pompous demeanor. Mr. Collins showers the Bennet family with praise but reveals his dislike for novels. Family dynamics, job prospects, and Mr. Collins' surprise at young ladies' disinterest in serious literature are discussed. An interruption leads to an enjoyable game of backgammon.

Jun 8, 2020 • 25min
Pride and Prejudice | 5. A Turn About the Room
Guests Olivia French, Ryan O'Connor, Paul Roberts, Marli van der Bijl, Lana Spencer voice key Pride and Prejudice characters. Topics include Darcy realizing love for Elizabeth, Miss Bingley's animosity towards Elizabeth, and playful banter among characters.

Jun 1, 2020 • 26min
Pride and Prejudice | 4. Dirty Stockings
Guest Olivia French discusses the adventure of Elizabeth Bennet stuck at Netherfield and the quirky characters she encounters. Topics include mixed company, liking the Bingley sisters, and humorous interactions. Cast recordings include Olivia French, Ryan O'Connor, and more, bringing this classic story to life.

May 25, 2020 • 29min
Pride and Prejudice | 3. On Horseback
Elizabeth narrowly escapes from a dance with Mr Darcy, whom she has sworn never to dance with, and Jane gets ill after being sent to Netherfield in the rain. Chapter 6-7.Love the podcast? Support us by purchasing some of our awesome merchandise on our Threadless store.This episode features the voices of Olivia French as Elizabeth Bennet, Ebony McClain as Charlotte Lucas, Ryan O’Connor as Mr Darcy, Paul Roberts as Mr Bingley, Elizabeth Hardiman as Mrs Bennet, Chris Hiscock as Mr Bennet, Liana Skewes as Jane Bennet, Daisy Kennington as Lydia Bennet, Amelia Pawsey as Kitty Bennet, Kirily McKellor as Mary Bennet and introducing Nick Barker-Pendree as Sir William Lucas, Marli van der Bijl as Caroline Bingley, Lana Spencer as Louisa Hurst and Emma Wood as Mrs Hill.The production was directed by Liana Skewes, narrated by Olivia French and adapted for audio by Elizabeth Bradford, Olivia French and Liana Skewes.This podcast was produced by Ballarat National Theatre on the lands of our traditional custodians, the Wadawurrung people. Cast recordings were made on the lands of the Wadawurrung, Bidjigal, WoiWurrung, Boonwurrung and Wurundjeri people. Support our community theatre company and help us create future stories by becoming a member or follow Ballarat National Theatre on Instagram and Facebook.

May 18, 2020 • 14min
Pride and Prejudice | 2. Meet the Lucases
Jane reveals to her sister exactly how she feels about Mr Bingley after they meet him for the first time and the Lucas family come to visit the Bennet family to debrief about the most recent ball. Chapter 4-5.Love the podcast? Support us by purchasing some of our awesome merchandise on our Threadless store.This episode features the voices of Olivia French as Elizabeth Bennet, Liz Hardiman as Mrs Bennet, Liana Skewes as Jane Bennet, Kirily McKellor as Mary Bennet, Ebony McClain as Charlotte Lucas and Pippa Asome as the youngest Lucas sibling. This production was directed by Liana Skewes, narrated by Olivia French and adapted for audio by Elizabeth Bradford, Olivia French and Liana Skewes.This podcast was produced by Ballarat National Theatre on the lands of our traditional custodians, the Wadawurrung people. Cast recording were made on the lands of the Wathaurong and Boon Wurrung people.Support our community theatre company and help us create future stories by becoming a member or follow Ballarat National Theatre on Instagram and Facebook.
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