In under two short weeks, the stage of Northwestern’s Proscenium Theatre will come alive with a tale of comedy, romance and drama as the Theatre Department’s latest production of “Sense and Sensibility” opens to the public on November 14, 2024. This production of Jane Austen’s classic story appeals to more than just the novel nuts as it portrays the struggle of two young women, Marianne and Elinor Dashwood, who have to deal with the dangers of gossip as they are forced to grow into citizens of a toxic society. “Sense and Sensibility” is a play that mixes the beautiful storytelling in Jane Austen’s novel with the more comedic side of life, picking on the flaws of the goofy societal norms in late 18th century England.
“Sense and Sensibility” is a beloved classic and relatable tale for anyone who has the opportunity to read it or see it performed. It focuses on two young girls making their way in life through many common struggles of the day. “Sense and Sensibility” is a juicy, soap-opera-like drama that keeps audience members engaged and interested in the plot line of the story. For those who are not necessarily fond of the more dramatic aspect of the production, “Sense and Sensibility” is also a play that calls to light some of life’s evils such as the toxicity of gossip in any society, and shows how harmful gossip and rumors can be in everyone’s life, from the gossiper to the victims of gossip. The play also reflects on our humanity, showing human beings for what we are and how we react to what others are.
Though there are many serious themes in the play, “Sense and Sensibility” is also full of a lot of light hearted comedy that will definitely keep audience members awake and cheerful as they watch the production. The comedic side of this play really makes “Sense and Sensibility” a play worth seeing for everyone, regardless of their mood or demeanor. Whether you are looking to laugh or to ponder after seeing this production of “Sense and Sensibility,” you will not leave disappointed as you walk out of the theatre at the end of the show.
NW’s “Sense and Sensibility” is a beautiful production of the minds and hearts of some of NW’s finest. It is put together by an ensemble of young men and women of incredible talent and led by one of our most beloved professors in the Theatre Department, Dr. Robert Hubbard. The work and artistry of the ensemble is enough to make the show worth seeing as each student and professor involved has poured their heart into the work they have done. The efforts of the ensemble are what has pulled this play together to make it an effort of a community giving the glory to God as the ultimate Creator. They are working towards the restoration of His kingdom by putting forth a play that calls to light the brokenness of our world in a beautiful and loving way. “Sense and Sensibility” is just one play of many that NW’s Theatre Production Ensemble has put forth as an expression and a reflection of a godly community, working according to His purpose. So check your calendar, order your tickets, save your seats, and come and see the beautiful work that is NW’s production of “Sense and Sensibility.”
