A Noise Within presents Jane Eyre for a March 29 opening at the company’s home in Pasadena, where performances continue through April 20. Previews begin March 23.
Mystery and romance abound in a thrilling and heart-wrenching tale of self-determination adapted by Elizabeth Williamson from the classic novel by Charlotte Brontë. A Noise Within Artistic Director Geoff Elliott helms this production.
“I read the adaptation first, having never read the novel, and I couldn’t put it down — it set me on fire,” Elliott said. “It’s a deeply affecting love story that’s also a Gothic horror tale, at once stirring, terrifying, with an impending sense of violence, and, in the end, uplifting. Williamson did a remarkable job of distilling the novel, which I’ve since read three times, into a sweeping, fast-moving two hours that moves like a river.”
Orphaned as a child and determined to live life on her own terms, strong-willed Jane (Jeanne Syquia) takes a position at Thornfield Hall working as a governess for the brooding Edward Rochester (Frederick Stuart). There, she falls in love with her mysterious employer… until the discovery of a dark secret leads to a devastating aftermath. This bold and dynamic production offers a compelling portrayal of one woman’s quest for freedom and fulfillment in the face of devastating adversity.
LOCATION:
A Noise Within
3352 E. Foothill Blvd.
Pasadena 91107
SHOW TIMES:
Previews March 23 –March 28:
• Sunday at 2 p.m. / Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m.
Performances March 29 –April 20:
• Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7: 30 p.m. / Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m.(no Saturday matinee on March 29)
ADDITIONAL DATES:
• A one-hour INsiders Discussion Group will take place prior to the matinee on Sunday, March 30, beginning at 12:30 p.m.
• Post-performance conversations with the artists every Friday (except the preview) and Sunday, April 6.
• Student matinees are scheduled on select weekdays at 10:30 a.m. Interested educators should email education@anoisewithin.org.
TICKETS:
• Tickets start at $51.50 (including fees)
• Student tickets start at $20
• Wednesday, March 26 and Thursday, March 27 (previews): Pay What You Choose starting at $10 (available online beginning the Monday prior to that performance)
• Discounts available for groups of 10 or more
TICKETS AND MORE INFO:
www.anoisewithin.org
(626) 356-3100
Photo: Jeanne Syquia and Frederick Stuart in A Noise Within’s production of Jane Eyre / Photo by Craig Schwartz