Outdoor theatre: Pride & Prejudice
Sat 30 Aug | Gates open 6pm, Performance 7-9.20pm (inc 20 minute interval): Reticules at the ready, the dynamic Illyria Theatre are back with this fun take on one of Austen’s most renowned novels.
- Booking essential
Illyria's production of Jane Austen's glorious social comedy attracted sell-out audiences for a total of seven years. It toured throughout the UK and Europe, attracting nationwide critical acclaim. We're bringing this show back to celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday!
In a whirlwind of balls, dinners and very eligible officers, Lizzy Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcy stand alone as the only sane, thoughtful people - and they hate each other! Or do they? Can she see beyond his pride, and can he overcome her prejudice, in order to achieve happiness? If your idea of Jane Austen is stuffy costume drama then this sparkling adaptation is guaranteed to change your mind!
Bring your own seating/rug, suitable clothing and a picnic. Venue is wheelchair accessible.
Tickets: Adult £20 + £1.68 booking fee, Child (3-16 yrs) £12 + £1.01 booking fee, Under 3’s go free. Registered carer, free (one per paid booking).
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Refund Policy Tickets are non-refundable, if the performance is unable to go ahead, the show will be rescheduled for another date. Refunds will only be offered if you are unable to make the rescheduled date or if the event organiser cancels the performance.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| All Child (3-16 yrs) | £13.01 |
| All Adult | £21.68 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call Book online
- Suitability
Suitable for all ages.
- Meeting point
Once you've shown your ticket, follow the main path to the north lawn.
- What to bring and wear
It might be summer, but the evenings can get chilly. Bring jumpers to pull on as the temperature lowers and wear comfortable outdoor clothing. Please bring a picnic and something to sit on!
- Accessibility
This performance is held on a grassed area. There is a small slope as you come off the gravel path and head to the performance.
- Other
It's about a 10 minute walk from the visitor car park to the north lawn. You'll need to be able to carry your chairs and picnics up so make sure your things aren't too heavy.
Upcoming events
Regency Ramble
In a landscape familiar to Jane Austen, follow a route leading from The Vyne to the neighbouring village of Sherborne St John. Free trail map available from Visitor Reception. Normal admission applies.
Little People, BIG DREAMS®
Runs 3 May – 22 June in the house 11am-3pm and gardens 10am-4pm: Encouraging kids to ‘be bold, be brave’ and ‘dream big’, don’t miss this trail Little People, BIG DREAMS® at The Vyne.
Regency Revisited - Celebrating Jane Austen 250
Discover Jane Austen’s links to The Vyne, her views on the Chute family and what Regency life, and love, was like for those living here at the time.
Regency Dancing
Don't miss Hampshire Regency Dancers giving two costumed performances including talks, demonstrations and guest participation. Free event. Normal admission applies.