| One Book One Batavia Main Event: Jane Austen Speaks | |
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Event Type: One Book One Batavia Age Group(s): Adult Date: 3/21/2013 Start Time: 7:00 PM End Time: 8:30 PM Description: Call upon Jane Austen in the autumn of 1815 at her home, Chawton Cottage. Austen’s first three novels, Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, and Mansfield Park are published, and Emma is complete. Portrayed by actress Debra Miller, Jane Austen receives you at this, the most vibrant and hopeful time of her life. Drawing from her letters, juvenilia, and novels, this performance delves into the personal life of one of the most beloved and intriguing novelists of the 19th century. Learn about her exotic cousin Eliza, her mentor and friend Madame LeFroy, and the loves and losses that shaped her life and influenced her perception of the world. Registration required.
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Contact: Lee Presenter: Debra Miller Status: Closed | |