WTAMU’s Bold New Take on Pride and Prejudice

When you look at your home bookshelf, do you have Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice?

When most people here in Amarillo hear the name of that book, they think,

High school English reading assignment
Boring old book
Didn't they make a thousand movies about that book?
Others love the book and read it over and over again

Why WTAMU’s Pride and Prejudice Feels Modern

Now, what if someone took that classic and put a fun spin on it? Think Jane Austen meets Bridgerton. The West Texas A&M Theatre Department isn't playing it safe this year. They are remixing this classic tale of love and sorrow and bringing a more modern twist.

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Kate Hamill, a brilliant playwright, is refreshing Jane Austen's novel and bringing a humorous tone. Even with the modern twist, the story is still set in the Regency period.

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Director Callie Hisek says that she has been in love with Kate Hamill's script for 10 years. Junior theatre major Kenzie Cohan, who plays Elizabeth Bennet, is looking forward to playing the character with more annoyance. Instead of giggling, Elizabeth can roll her eyes.

Rethinking Mr. Darcy in a Modern Stage Production

The show's Mr. Darcy, Kyle Roberson, a senior theatre major, realizes that the character isn't the jerk he's made out to be, but just honest.

When and Where to See Pride and Prejudice at WTAMU

This modernized performance of Pride and Prejudice will take place February 6 - 7 and February 12-14 at 7:30 pm. Sunday performances include February 8 and 15 at 2:30 pm. The performance will take place in the Sybil B. Harrington Fine Arts Complex in the Happy State Bank Studio Theatre on the WT campus.

$15 for adults
$10 for seniors
Free for WT students, faculty and staff with their Buff Gold Card.

Tickets may be purchased online here or by calling 806-651-2810. You may also email the box office at artsboxoffice@wtamu.edu.

Go support our WTAMU students and local theatre in the Amarillo area.

West Texas A&M University

West Texas A&M University has a rich history that has evolved over the decades.

From West Texas Normal College to university status, to becoming a part of the Texas A&M University System. Many proudly have earned degrees from this amazing University.

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