El Camino College Theater Department to Present “Pride & Prejudice”

The El Camino College Theater Department will present “Pride & Prejudice” this fall, a bold, surprising, and timely stage version of Jane Austen’s classic novel encompassing manners, courtship and relationships. Performances are set for 8 p.m. Nov. 22-23 and Dec. 6-7, and at 3 p.m. Nov. 24 and Dec. 8 in the Campus Theatre. Kelly Herman will direct the production.

This romantic comedy by Kate Hamill is not your grandmother’s Austen! Described as “Pride & Prejudice” for a new era, the play explores the absurdities and thrills of finding your perfect (or imperfect) match in life. The outspoken Lizzy Bennet is determined to never marry, despite mounting pressure from society. But can she resist love, especially when that vaguely handsome, mildly amusing, and impossibly aggravating Mr. Darcy keeps popping up at every turn? Literature’s greatest tale of latent love has never felt so theatrical, or so full of life than it does in this effervescent adaptation.

The El Camino Community College District encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation, or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact the Center for the Arts as soon as possible, but no later than seven days prior to the event.

Tickets are $15/$10 and are available at www.centerforthearts.org using the online ticketing system or by phone at 310-329-5345. The Ticket Office is open from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Thursday for walk-up sales, and one hour before all scheduled performances. Campus parking permits are required; a $3 daily parking permit can be purchased on the day of the performance (cash only) or when completing a ticket purchase online, in person, or via telephone. El Camino College is located at 16007 Crenshaw Boulevard, Torrance.