Playing Jane - Jane Austen Adapted for Drawing-room Performance

Scenes from the novels of Jane Austen presented in dramatic form as short plays for parlour performance, initially brought together as such in 1895. Set to appeal both to 'Janeites' and people with an interest in theatre history.

About the author

Rosina Filippi (1866-1930) was a progressive actor and director who was associated with many of the theatrical greats of her generation. In 1913 she established a People's Theatre, to promote affordable theatre for all. Filippi was also an advocate for women's rights.

Summary

Playing Jane includes 7 scenes for the reader to perform, adapted from Austen's novels with accompanying stage directions and advice on the correct silks and muslins to wear, you too can learn how to play Jane.

Product details

• Authors: ROSINA FILIPPI
• Assisted by: Margaret Fletcher (Illustration)
• Publisher: British Library
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 28.02.2019
• EAN: 9780712352239
• ISBN: 978-0-7123-5223-9
• Dimensions: 118 mm x 185 mm x 20 mm
• Subject: Fiction > Poetry, drama