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Head to the lawn at Limnerslease and enjoy an enchanting evening of literature and legacy at Limnerslease. Be taken on a journey back in time with Austen Sisters, a captivating solo performance that brings the poignant words of Jane and Cassandra Austen to life. Celebrated actress and speaker Rowan Suart masterfully compiles and performs a selection of the sisters' most heartfelt letters, prose, and poetry, in a tribute to sisterhood and the enduring power of words.
Immerse yourself in the literary world of the Austen sisters with Rowan Suart's dramatic and entertaining staged recital. This fifty-minute performance not only showcases the depth of Jane and Cassandra's sisterly bond but also offers a glimpse into the historical context that shaped their lives and writings.
‘Mesmerising – a delight and needs to be seen.’
‘So much more than a reading, it is a full performance.’
‘An excellent and unique illustration of Austen’s life from an early age.’
Afternoon tea picnic: elevate your experience by joining us for a delightful afternoon tea picnic before the show. Indulge in a selection of teas and scones in the serene ambiance of Limnerslease. Simply select the option for a ticket plus afternoon tea. You will be able to collect your afternoon tea from 3.30pm.
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House tour: from 2 - 3pm take a guided tour of Limnerslease house (free with admission, booking required) and discover the rich history and artistic legacy of George and Mary Watts, avid readers and admirers of Jane Austen's work.
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Austen Sisters is presented in celebration of the anniversary of George and Mary Watts's move into Limnerslease in 1891. Their shared love for literature, especially the works of Austen, is a testament to the timeless appeal of storytelling and the arts.
Wednesday, April 20, 1887
Constantinople My dear one not well, the cold here affects him. I found Pride & Prejudice & began to read it to him. No novelist delights him more. It is so finished & so complete, so without effort, just the right words used with reticence & such graphic power.
Thursday, November 23, 1893
Signor downstairs, grieved at the loss of his dear red muslin in the drawing room & I am filled with compunction! It was faded, & had a tawdry unsolid look to me. Its crooked stripes & all were dear to Signor! He is pleased otherwise with the colour in the hall & dining room, & we feel we have made a good step towards finishing the little house. The billiard room begun now.
I read Miss Austen to him in the niche, always a help to recovery.