Earlybird Season Tickets	(until 25 January 2009)	$95
Season Tickets	(until 31 March2009)	$150
Late Season Tickets	(from 1 April 2009)	$195

Tickets will be posted out to registrants unless requested otherwise. The full souvenir program will be handed out at the welcome night on the 16 April 2009.

Welcome & Registration

Attend an informal gathering at The Garden Cottage, the home of the Festival Director, Aylwen Gardiner-Garden. A sampling of regency delicacies & drinks will be served and guests are encouraged to bring a contribution for a potluck dinner in the english cottage garden setting. Festival programs will be available for collection and light regency-era music will be playing in the background. (Thursday pm, complimentary to ticket holders)

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Regency Fashion

Although Jane Austen makes few references to fashion in her books, the references in her letters indicate a certain fascination with the subject. Aylwen Gardiner-Garden, historical costumer with special expertise in the light, high-waisted, low-necklined women’s gowns of the time, will offer an illustrated lecture and close-up examination of antique regency garments in her collection. (Friday)

Regency Etiquette

Calling on people was an important part of Regency social life, but the rules were strict. The etiquette of the ballroom was even trickier. Julia Emert of the Canberra Jane Austen Society will discuss the correct way to behave, whether calling, dining, dancing, giving or receiving introductions... even breathing. (Friday)

Regency Cooking

Readers of Jane Austen know food is central to her novels. Jennifer Bowles, an historical cookery enthusiast, will share some late 18th century recipes, discussing the ingredients and their importance to the times. (Friday)

Regency Bonnet Workshop

During the Regency era ladies seldom went out of doors without a bonnet or hat. Styles ran the gamut from plain straw bonnets to elaborately trimmed capotes. Join the President of the Australian Costumers Guild, Lynne Cook, and make a bonnet of your own. Materials costs to be advised. (Friday)

Updated 6/1/09 : Only 5 places remain for the Friday workshop. Due to unexpected demand, the bonnet and fashion workshops will be offered again on Monday 20 April. Please let us know which day you prefer when you book. This workshop is part of the season ticket until the 25 January, after that it will be charged for separately.

Friday Day Ticket

$60

Morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea will be provided.

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Jane Austen: Her life and works

The six most polished, controlled and elegant social comedies in English Literature were written by a woman whose personal life was unexciting and confined. Jane Austen’s cool judgement, ironic detachment and genius, however, gave her novels depth and charm and made them some of the most popular novels ever!
Susannah Fullerton, President of the Jane Austen Society of Australia and noted Austen scholar, shares her passion for these novels and interest in the author and her times. Slides bring the Regency world to life and readings will remind audiences just how funny Jane Austen can be.
(Friday 5.45pm: wine, soft drinks and nibbles will be provide, venue to be advised. No extra cost as being sponsored by Dalton's Bookstore)

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Regency Dance Classes

Regency dance expert and author of many books on dance, Dr John Gardiner-Garden, will teach some of the dances planned for the ball – not just those in forms familiar from the movies, but also some of those popular at the time but not yet seen on the screen. No experience or partner necessary. Several antique dance books from Jane Austen’s day will be on display.
(Saturday, morning tea and lunch will be provided)

Jane Austen’s Music

‘Jane Austen’s Music’ was a hit at the 2008 Adelaide Fringe Festival and its presenter will be coming with 2 accompaniests to offer us the same treat. Gillian Dooley, singer, musician, and Honorary Research Fellow in the Department of English and Special Collections Librarian at Flinders University, will be performing the Overture to La Buona Figliuola by Nicolo Piccinni (1728-1800) (First movement), Sweet Transports by William Shield (1748-1828), Thy Fatal Shafts (Anon), The Soldier’s Adieu by Charles Dibdin (1745-1814), Captivity by Stephen Storace (1762-1796), The Marseilles March, The Joys of the Country by Charles Dibdin (1745-1814), Somebody (Anon), My Phillida by Miss Mellish, and The Wedding Day by James Hook (1746-1797).
(Saturday, afternoon tea will be provided)

Regency Games

Join us for Regency-era games including cards, board games and outdoor pursuits. Tea and delicious Regency-era refreshments will be served. (Saturday)

Saturday Day Ticket	Adults	$45
Saturday Day Ticket	Children under 15	$35

 

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Grand Regency Dinner & Ball

Step back to the time of Jane Austen at this period dinner and ball. Attend with Miss Elizabeth Bennett and dance with Mr. Darcy! The dinner will feature a Regency buffet by chef Michael Wischermann. Pre-dinner music to be provided by Sydney musicians Charlotte Fletcher and Stephanie Moss. The ball will feature flowing English Country dances and fashionable c.1800 imports all expertly led by a selection of callers from the Academy and all to live music from the band Earthly Delights. Refreshments, desserts and card room available during ball. Period evening dress encouraged but optional. Bookings required. (Saturday evening, 5.30pm - midnight; doors open for the Ball at 7.30pm)

"A private dance, without sitting down to A supper, was pronounced an infamous fraud upon the rights of men and women..." Jane Austen, Emma.

Regency Dinner & Ball Ticket	Adults	$45
Regency Dinner & Ball Ticket	Children under 15	$35
Regency Ball Ticket Only	Adults	$20
Regency Ball Ticket Only	Children under 15	$10

 

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Embroidery Workshop

Historical embroidery workshop and display currently being finalised. (Sunday morning, The Garden Cottage)

Regency Debate

Take a side or take a seat to enjoy the repartee as cases are advanced for and against the proposition ‘That Jane Austen’s novels lack the passion of the screen adaptations’. (Sunday)

Costumed Promenade and Picnic

Join us for a costumed promenade & picnic lunch down by Lake Burley Griffin. Picnic contributions welcomed.
(Sunday, a light lunch will be provided, please bring a contribution)

Farewell Dance

Learn and enjoy some of the most popular dances of the late Regency era. Live music, refreshments and lake views provided.
(Sunday, afternoon tea will be provided)

 

Sunday Ticket	Adults	$45
Sunday Ticket	Children under 15	$35