This theatre production course runs for two terms (Terms 3 and 4) with weekly classes on Sundays in Acton from 5pm-6pm, and the final performance on Saturday 13th December in the 350-seat Overture Hall theatre in Weston.
"It is a truth universally acknowledged that a Year 12 in possession of P-plates, must be in want of a girlfriend…"
Meet Lizzy. She’s a sharp Year 11 student getting straight As at her local public school and trying to survive her very embarrassing mum.
Enter Darcy: School Captain at the ultra-elite Pemberley Grammar, and heir to a trust fund bigger than the school’s arts budget. He thinks Lizzy’s clever… just not formal-material.
Kirsty Budding’s bold teen adaptation of Pride & Prejudice reimagines Austen’s iconic characters in a modern Aussie high school setting, with plenty of wit, drama, and a sharp eye on social class today.
In this world, Lizzy’s sisters Kitty and Lydia are more interested in Keeping Up with the Kardashians than keeping up with homework, while Mrs Bennet binge watches The Bachelor and shows up unannounced at teen house parties.
Kind-hearted Bingley is smitten with Jane, despite Instagram meddling from Darcy’s toxic sisters. Lizzy’s cousin Colin still nurses a childhood crush on her, making every party awkward. And then there's George Wickham, the charming Pemberley Grammar dropout who claims he was cruelly bullied by Darcy.
This fresh, funny retelling blends classic romance with high school chaos, reimagining Austen’s characters in a world of group chats, formal drama and social media scandal.
There is a wide range of hilarious roles in this production, including the five Bennet sisters, Mrs Bennet, Darcy, Bingley, Wickham, Colin, Caroline, Miss B, and more - there is something for everyone!
CLASS SCHEDULE (Weekly at 5-6pm)
Sunday 3 August
Sunday 10 August
Sunday 17 August
Sunday 24 August
Sunday 31 August
Sunday 7 September
Sunday 14 September
Sunday 21 September
School Holiday Break
Sunday 19 October
Sunday 26 October
Sunday 2 November
Sunday 9 November
Sunday 16 November
Sunday 23 November
Sunday 30 November
Sunday 7 December
FINAL SHOW AT THE THEATRE: Saturday 13 December
Please keep the whole day free on Sunday 14th December as shows may be scheduled in morning or afternoon.
CLASS LOCATION
Playing Field Studio, Barry Drive, Acton
(next to Canberra Dance Theatre)
SHOW LOCATION
Overture Hall, Hickey St, Weston, ACT
CASTING PROCESS
- At class one, performers will be given scenes to read together, and all students will be given the opportunity to rotate - trying a range of different characters - to assist the director in determining which role would be the best fit.
- Based on class one observations, the director will assign roles. Scripts and roles will be emailed to parents/guardians and performers before the second class.
COURSE FEE
$799 (for both terms)
SHOW TICKETS
$20 adult / $15 concession
ABOUT US: In operation since 2014, Budding Entertainment is known for its production-based learning ethos. We teach young performers acting skills, confidence, teamwork and stagecraft while putting on a real show to entertain family, friends and the general public. For more insights, check out photos from our wide range of children's, teen and adult productions via Facebook or Instagram or visit our YouTube channel.
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