What a fascinating programme I watched on the BBC the other evening - recreating the Regency ball from Pride and Prejudice for the 200th anniversary year.
The two presenters investigated all the interesting details of hosting such an event - from the food, to the clothes, to the intricate dances. I was pleased to discover I'd picked up many of the correct social conventions over the years, but I learned a few more! Nothing can beat seeing it all reconstructed and explained for a modern audience.
You might be able to catch the programme on BBC iPlayer and hopefully it will be repeated.
Romy
I really enjoyed it. It was 90 minutes of bliss, being able to see behind the scenes.
ReplyDeleteI especially enjoyed one of the presenters dressing up and taking part in the dancing and supper. :-)
Absolutely, Carol - a gift to all Regency writers!
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