New Photos! Pride and Prejudice opens Friday, February 11 at Orlando Shakespeare Theater

Feb. 10, 2011 - PRLog -- In a society where manners and pedigree mean everything, can independent Elizabeth and handsome Mr. Darcy look beyond their pride and prejudice to find their true and lasting love?  This famous romantic comedy, peppered with scintillating wit and vibrant characters, is sure to delight audiences of all ages.

"Pride and Prejudice" is part of Orlando Shakespeare Theater’s Darden Signature Series which runs in repertory with a magical, modern production of Shakespeare’s classic "A Midsummer Night’s Dream", followed by Charlie Bethel’s one-man rendition of "Beowulf", the Theater for Young Audiences production of "Alexander, Who’s Not…Going to Move" and closing in April 2011 with the Florida premiere of "Charm".

CAST AND PRODUCTION TEAM:
Mr. Bennet..... Wynn Harmon*
Miss Bingley..... Sarah Ireland*
Ball Guest/Officer/Servant..... Claro Austria*
Fitzwilliam Darcy..... Avery Clark*
Mr. Collins..... Michael Daly*
Mrs. Bennet..... Anne Hering*
Elizabeth Bennet..... Michele Vazquez*
Jane Bennet..... Courtney Moors*
Charles Bingley/Servant..... Walter Kmiec
Mr. Gardiner/Ensemble..... Darryl Pickett
Ball Guest/Lady Catherine De Bourgh/Housekeeper..... Robin Olson
Sir William Lucas/Ensemble..... Matt Wenge
Officer/Servant/Ball Guest..... Mason Criswell
Mary Bennet/Charlotte Lucas..... Brooke M. Haney
Ball Guest/George Wickham..... Trent Fucci
Mrs. Gardiner/Ensemble..... Pascha Weaver
Catherine "Kitty" Bennet..... Kelli Rose Sleigh
Lydia Bennett/Georgiana..... Kristin Shirilla
Colonel Fitzwilliam/Servant..... Christopher Kiley
Director .....Thomas Ouellette
Set Designer .....Bob Phillips**
Costume Designer .....Jack A. Smith
Lighting Designer .....Eric T. Haugen**
Sound Designer .....Matthew Given
Stage Manager .....Stacy Renee Norwood*
Assistant Stage Manager .....George Hamrah*
*Denotes a member of Actors’ Equity Association
** Denotes a member of United Scenic Artists
      
DATES AND TIMES: Now playing through March 20, 2011
Previews: February 9 and 10, 2011 at 7pm – all seats $16
Opening Night: Friday, February 11, 2011 at 8pm
Senior Matinees: Wednesday, February 23 and March 9, 2011 – all seats $15
Post-Show Talkback: Thursday, March 3, 2011 at 7pm
$20 Under 30:  Friday, March 11, 2011 – Tickets for that evening’s performance are just $20 for those under 30 years old. The evening starts at 6:30 p.m. with a pre-show happy hour featuring $2 beer and $3 wine.
Closed Caption: Sunday, March 20, 2011 at 2pm

LOCATION:
Orlando Shakespeare Theater in the Margeson Theater at the Lowndes Shakespeare Center
812 East Rollins Street, Orlando, FL 32803

TICKETS AND PRICES:
Wednesday and Thursday at 7pm – seats $20, $28, $34
Friday and Saturday at 8pm – seats $26, $32, $38
Sunday at 2pm – seats $20, $28, $34

DISCOUNTS/SPECIAL OFFERS:
Group Sales: 10% off for groups of 10-19; 20% off for groups of 20 or more, call ext. 265
Student Rush: $10 - 30 minutes prior to show with valid student ID
Military/Student Price: $10 off single ticket prices

SPECIAL “PRIDE AND PREJUDICE” EVENTS:
Chat Back at Barnes and Noble:
Thursday, February 17 at 5 p.m. - Meet and greet the cast and creative team from Orlando Shakespeare Theater’s engaging adaptation of "Pride and Prejudice".  Questions, autographs and photographs welcome! Barnes & Noble - Colonial Plaza Market Center, 2418 East Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32803

Mock Trial: Darcy v. Wickham:
Tuesday, March 1, 2011 – Our Bard’s Board Barristers presents its annual mock trial on Tuesday, March 1 at the John and Rita Lowndes Shakespeare Center. This lively event will focus on arguments based upon unsettled legal issues between Mr. Darcy and Mr. Wickham from "Pride and Prejudice".  Drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be served at 5:30 p.m., the trial begins at 6:30 p.m., and the case will be closed by 7:30 p.m. There is a $20 suggested donation.

Shall We Dance? Jane Austen Dance Party:
Friday, February 25 at 6:30 p.m. or Thursday, March 3 at 5:30 p.m. – Learn how to dance Regency-style with the choreographer from "Pride and Prejudice"!  This is your chance to charm Mr. Bingley, fall in love with Elizabeth, lavish your partner with affections, or scandalously conduct indiscreet conversations with your friends and neighbors!  No experience necessary and no partners required. $15 for single tickets/ $30 for a couple / $85 for two tickets to "Pride and Prejudice", dance party, and two drinks at the show ($110 value)

Tickets for "Pride and Prejudice" are available by calling 407-447-1700 or online at www.orlandoshakes.org and in person at the box office located inside the Lowndes Shakespeare Center, 812 East Rollins Street in Orlando’s Loch Haven Cultural Park. Box Office hours are 12pm to show time, Tuesday-Saturday, and one hour prior to show time on Sundays for walk up sales. On non-performance days, the Box Office closes at 5pm. The Box Office will be closed on Mondays.

The 2010-2011 Signature Series is made possible by series sponsor Darden Restaurants. The Classic Rep is funded in part by the Orange County government through the Arts & Cultural Affairs Program with additional funding for "Pride and Prejudice" by Carlton Fields, Florida Hospital and U.S. Trust / Bank of America. Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF is supported by United Arts of Central Florida with funds from the United Arts campaign and by State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Arts Council.

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With Shakespeare as its standard and inspiration, the Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF produces bold professional theater, develops new plays, and provides educational experiences to more than 25,000 K-12 students in Central Florida.