How a Deaf Mrs. Bennet is Enhancing This 'Pride and Prejudice' Production

Pride and Prejudice is bringing a fresh and powerful dynamic to the classic Jane Austen romance by naturally integrating American Sign Language. Deaf actress Anne Post Fife stars as Mrs. Bennet, signing her lines while her character's on-stage daughters take turns voicing her thoughts to the audience.

The unique creative process has not only added depth and visibility to the lesser-known sister characters, but it has also deeply resonated with the deaf community and opened up fresh avenues for accessibility in regional theater.

Read the full article to discover how this innovative staging changes family dynamics on stage and why audiences are falling in love with this fresh adaptation. Grab your tickets before the show closes on November 7.

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