Marilyn Lightstone Reads

Elizabeth's feelings toward Darcy suddenly enter into flux.

Darcy admits to attempting to break Bingley’s romance with Jane and offers his account of Wickham’s doings.

Charlotte declares that Darcy must be in love with Elizabeth... or it is perhaps Colonel Fitzwilliam who is interested in her.

Lady Catherine grills Elizabeth concerning her upbringing, deciding that the Bennet sisters have been badly reared.

Elizabeth travels with Sir William Lucas to visit Charlotte and her new husband, Mr. Collins.

Mrs. Bennet’s hopes of seeing her daughters wed fade rapidly.

Miss Bingley warns Elizabeth not to trust Wickham, meanwhile Mr. Collins realizes that Darcy is related to his patroness, Lady Catherine.

At the ball, Elizabeth's unhappiness reaches its peak when she finds herself dancing with Darcy.

Feeling a sense of obligation to the Bennet family because of the entail, Mr. Collins plans to ask one of the Bennet daughters to marry him.

Troubled by his fascination with Elizabeth, Darcy resolves to pay her less attention while she remains at Netherfield.

Elizabeth implies that Darcy is far too demanding...

Everyone agrees that Mr. Darcy, despite his family and fortune, is too proud to be likable.

"It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife." From its immortal opening sentence, Marilyn captures every delight of Jane Austen’s timeless treasure, reading and acting the parts to bring Mr. Darcy, Elizabeth Bennett and all of your favourite characters to dramatic life.

In the finale, the Schlegels and Wilcoxs take time to reflect amid the turmoil surrounding Leonard’s death.

Helen reflects on her complex feelings toward Leonard, especially after Tibby inadvertently reveals information to Charles about Helen's connection to “a man named Bast”. Later, Leonard spirals with guilt and remorse after his affair with Helen, trying to atone for his actions.

Margaret's anxiety over her sister Helen's mysterious disappearance deepens. As tensions rise, Margaret discovers Helen’s secret.

Margaret's visit to Howards End is marked by confusion and unexpected encounters, especially with Miss Avery, who has mistakenly moved Margaret's family's furniture into the house. Despite Margaret's insistence that they will not live there, the situation grows increasingly complicated as she tries to resolve the misunderstanding.

Helen approaches Tibby with troubling news about Mr Wilcox and her involvement with a ruined man, Leonard Bast. Despite his indifference, Tibby is tasked with handling Helen's financial and moral dilemmas, including delivering a large sum of money.

Helen reflects on the consequences of her actions and her dissatisfaction with the Wilcox family, particularly Mr. Wilcox's lack of personal responsibility.

Margaret, on her journey to Oniton for the wedding, experiences tension with Charles and begins to question her role in this family dynamic.  Later, while seeking Henry's help to find work for Leonard Bast, a shocking discovery is made about Henry's past.

After spending time at the Wilcox's home, Margaret experiences a moment of reflection on the contrasts between her inner thoughts and the outer, mundane world.

Margaret attempts to help Mr. Wilcox connect his intellectual and emotional sides, believing that this connection can lead to a fuller, more meaningful life. However, her efforts are hindered by his emotional obtuseness and a lack of awareness, particularly in the case of Leonard Bast's financial troubles, which Margaret and Helen view more compassionately than he does.

Margaret receives a letter from Mr. Wilcox about a potential house in Ducie Street, which causes her anxiety as she wonders if his businesslike tone hides more than meets the eye.

Leonard's tea visit to the Schlegels turns awkward and uncomfortable. Although despite the tension, the Schlegels continue to try and help Leonard. Meanwhile, Margaret struggles with the impending move from Wickham Place.

Leonard reconnects with the Schlegals about a misunderstanding involving Margaret's visiting card. Later, the sisters get an update on Howard's End.