MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLY to Extend at Northlight Theatre

Northlight Theatre, under the direction of Artistic Director BJ Jones and Executive Director Timothy J. Evans, presents the World Premiere of Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley. Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley, written by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon and directed by Jessica Thebus, has been extended for an additional six performances and will now run through December 24, 2016.

In this charmingly imagined sequel to Pride and Prejudice, the ever-dependable Mary Bennet is growing tired of her role as dutiful middle sister in the face of her siblings' romantic escapades. When the family gathers for Christmas at Pemberley, an unexpected guest sparks Mary's hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and possibly even love.

This world premiere play picks up two years after Jane Austen's beloved tale ended, with a clever, witty, romantic style that will delight Austen aficionados and new-comers alike.

The cast of Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley includes Samantha Beach (Elizabeth Darcy), Emily Berman (Mary Bennet), Alex Goodrich (Fitzwilliam Darcy), Erik Hellman (Arthur de Bourgh), Jennifer Latimore (Lydia Wickham),Tosin Morohunfola (Charles Bingley), Aila Peck (Jane Bingley), and Bri Sudia (Anne de Bourgh).

The creative team includes Rick and Jacqueline Penrod (Set Design), Melissa Torchia (Costume Design), Sarah Hughey (Lighting Design), and Kevin O'Donnell (Original Music and Sound Design). The stage manager is Kimberly Ann McCann.

The Box Office is located at the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, 9501 Skokie Boulevard, in Skokie. Box Office hours are Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm, and Saturdays 12:00pm-5:00pm. On performance days, the box office hours are extended through showtime. The Box Office is closed on Sundays, except on performance days when it is open two hours prior to showtime.

Curtain times are: Tuesdays: 7:30pm (November 22, 29 and December 20 only); Wednesdays: 1:00pm and 7:30pm; Thursdays: 7:30pm (except November 24); Fridays: 8:00pm; Saturdays: 2:30pm and 8:00pm (no 8pm on December 24); Sundays: 2:30pm and 7:00pm (November 27 only)

There will be an open captioned performance on Wednesday, December 7 at 1:00pm.

This production is supported in part by an Edgerton Foundation for New Plays Award, and Mr. and Mrs. Nick Alexos.

Northlight is continuing its popular special event series in conjunction with each production. All events are free.

Artist Encounter: Scenes & Q&A

November 29 from 2pm-3pm

at the Wilmette Public Library

AND December 7 from 11am-noon

at the Morton Grove Public Library

Artists from the production will discuss the context and process behind this literary-inspired world premiere.

All About Austen
December 13, 6:00pm

at Bookends and Beginnings

1712 Sherman Ave, Evanston

A discussion with experts from the Jane Austen Society and Director Jessica Thebus

Northlight Theatre aspires to promote change of perspective and encourage compassion by exploring the depth of our humanity across a bold spectrum of theatrical experiences, reflecting our community to the world and the world to our community.

Now in its 42nd season, the organization has mounted over 200 productions, including more than 40 world premieres. Northlight has earned 198 Joseph Jefferson Award nominations and 34 Awards. As one of the area's premier theatre companies, Northlight is a regional magnet for critical and professional acclaim, as well as talent of the highest quality.

Northlight is supported in part by generous contributions from Allstate Insurance; the Paul M. Angell Family Foundation; Robert & Isabelle Bass Foundation; BMO Harris Bank; Henrietta Lange Burk Fund; The Elizabeth F. Cheney Foundation; The Chicago Community Trust; ComEd, An Exelon Company; The Davee Foundation; Edgerton Foundation for New American Plays Award; Evanston Community Foundation; Full Circle Foundation; Illinois Arts Council, a state agency; Kirkland & Ellis Foundation; The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation; Melvoin Award for Playwriting; Modestus Bauer Foundation; National Endowment for the Arts; NorthShore University HealthSystem; The Offield Family Foundation; The Pauls Foundation; Room & Board; Sanborn Family Foundation; The Shubert Foundation, Inc.; The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust; The Sullivan Family Foundation; Tom Stringer Design Partners; Turner Construction; and the Venturous Theater Fund of the Tides Foundation.

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