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- Fascination and Looking Forward
- Behind the Birthplace's Restoration
- Spirited Young Woman
- Eyre (Dance) Project in Miraflores, Perú
- Poems by Currer, Ellis and Acton Bell at the Parsonage
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The news of the involvement of the BBC in the new Jane Eyre TV adaptation with Aimee Lou Woods in the title role is all over the place. Now they include a statement from the Brontë Parsonage Museum: When asked about potential collaboration, Mia Ferullo, digital engagement officer at the Brontë Parsonage Museum in Haworth, said: 'We’re always happy to help research and facilitate museum visits. 'This resurgence of the Brontës in popular culture helps us to do our work in preserving our designated collection and making it publicly accessible to visitors and researchers. 'A lot of readers connect to Jane, partly because the novel is one they pick up as a teenager.' Ms Ferullo said screen adaptations introduce the Brontës’ work to new audiences, which in turn supports the museum’s mission. She said: 'We’re open to different creative interpretations of the novels and I think each generation will have their own version that is their favourite.' She also welcomed the casting of Aimee Lou Wood as Jane Eyre and drew parallels with Emma Mackey’s portrayal of Emily Brontë in the 2022 film Emily, which attracted younger visitors to the museum. She said: 'Her Sex Education co-star Emma Mackey portrayed Emily Brontë in the 2022 film Emily and we noticed that there was a draw for younger audiences to visit the museum. 'I’m looking forward to seeing Aimee Lou Wood’s Jane.' (Amelia Short in Great British Life)
This new production is adapted for the stage by Nick Young and Ross Muir, and directed by Nick Young. Young is a director who has worked for the RSC and Connaught Theatre in Worthing; he also founded Rainbow Shakespeare, which creates open-air Shakespeare productions for family audiences. Muir is an Artistic Director, producer and actor who has performed in a range of Shakespeare classics and enjoyed playing Santa! Jane Eyre is performed by an ensemble cast of five actors and features original music and songs. (...) reflects on the early impact of choreographer Pina Bausch; her residency at Edvard Munch’s former studio at Ekely in Norway; the physicality in the paint of Lovis Corinth; the “razor-sharp sentences” of the writer Annie Ernaux and her fascination with Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre; and the inspiring vision and “ecology” of the film-maker Agnes Varda. Love London Culture reminds us of the upcoming London premiere of Jane Eyre. The Musical and the Sirens video they posted a few days ago. A columnist of Clarín (Argentina) is fascinated by the Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever event in Haworth. Vietnam.vn quotes how Wuthering Heights is one of the favourite novels of the writer Tang Thanh Ha.
An alert for today, August 13, at the Brontë Birthplace in Thornton:
The Bronte Birthplace, Bradford, BD13 3HF Thursday 13th August 2026 6:30PM
Take a journey behind the scenes of one of Yorkshire’s most remarkable heritage restoration projects. Through photographs, plans and stories from the project, discover how the Brontë Birthplace was lovingly restored from an empty building into the thriving heritage attraction it is today. This illustrated talk offers a fascinating insight into the restoration process, the discoveries made along the way and the incredible community efforthat tbrought the Birthplace back to life.
FanCarpet publishes an interview with John Caird on adapting Jane Eyre for the stage as a musical: Accompanied by an epic sweeping score, prepare to see Jane, the first feminist literary icon, like you never have before. Co-directed by John Caird (best known for international hit ‘Les Misérables’) and Broadway veteran Megan McGinnis, with music by Paul Gordon (‘Daddy Long Legs’). With Jane Eyre preparing to make its long-awaited UK premiere at Southwark Playhouse Elephant, The Fan Carpet sat down with co-book writer and co-director John Caird to discuss bringing Charlotte Brontë’s literary masterpiece to the stage. (...) John Caird: I’m John Caird. I’m the co-book writer and co-director of Jane Eyre. Jane Eyre is one of the great literary classics. What was it about Charlotte Brontë’s story that first spoke to you? John Caird: I just love the character of Jane. She’s such a feisty, funny, clever and spirited young woman right from the very beginning, and watching her grow throughout the story is such a beautiful journey. Of course, it’s also a great love story. The girl who has nothing meets the man who appears to have everything, but that’s not how it turns out. Jane ends up discovering her own strength and self-worth, while Rochester loses everything he thought defined him. It’s a wonderful reversal. One of the production’s most unique ideas is that the ensemble all become Jane’s voice throughout the performance. Can you explain the thinking behind that? John Caird: Because it’s an autobiographical novel, you can’t really ask one actress to sing all of the songs and deliver all of the narration—you’d simply become overwhelmed by hearing the same voice throughout. By allowing the ensemble to speak with Jane’s voice, they share the responsibility of telling her story. They’re not literally becoming Jane herself; they’re helping to narrate her journey while she’s living it. It creates a much richer theatrical experience. You’re bringing this production home to the UK. How does that feel? John Caird: It’s wonderful. We’ve got a fantastic cast, two brilliant young performers, and we’ve only just begun rehearsals, but I’m already having a wonderful time. It’s been an incredibly enjoyable process so far.
The Collector has a list of museums dedicated to the greatest authors: 9. The Brontë Parsonage Museum, Haworth, England The Brontë Sisters sculpture in the grounds at Haworth, depicting Charlotte, Emily, and Anne, three women who produced some of the most enduring novels in the English language. Perched atop the steep main street in the Yorkshire village of Haworth, the Brontë Parsonage Museum is the former home of one of the most extraordinary literary families in history. Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Brontë grew up in this modest Georgian house from 1820 onward, and it was here, looking out over the wild moorland that would influence their fiction, that they wrote Jane Eyre, Wuthering Heights, and The Tenant of Wildfell Hall. As you might expect, the museum holds the world’s largest collection of Brontë artifacts, including original manuscripts, personal letters, and childhood writing. Insider tip: A walk across the moors to Top Withens, the ruined farmhouse thought to have inspired Wuthering Heights, is about four miles round trip and well worth the effort on a clear day. (Laura Pattara)
Proyecto Eyre is a contemporary dance creation project directed by Pepe Hevia, inspired by Jane Eyre. Part of the Proyectos de Creación del Británico program in Miraflores, Perú. It offers audiences an inside look at how a stage performance is built through open rehearsals, film screenings, and workshops:
En busca de Jane: Proyección de Cine: Jane Eyre 2011 August 13, 7:30pm Teatro Británico ¿Quieres recordar la historia de Jane Eyre o descubrirla por primera vez? Te invitamos a la proyección de la adaptación cinematográfica más reciente de esta famosa novela. Una nueva oportunidad para sumergirte en esta inolvidable historia de amor, independencia y búsqueda de identidad, y acercarte al universo que inspira nuestra creación escénica.
En busca de Jane: Clase práctica de danza escénica August 15, 2:30pm Británico Cultural En esta clase, el entrenamiento toma como punto de partida la gestualidad y la arquitectura emocional de los personajes que darán vida a Jane Eyre. Una creación que se sumerge en la tensión entre lo íntimo y lo salvaje, buscando una riqueza simbólica del movimiento llevada hacia los límites de un lenguaje contemporáneo arriesgado, visceral y profundamente humano.
En busca de Jane: Book Club August 15, 5:00pm Studio del Cultural Station Comparte con nosotros un afternoon con The Tea Room by The Gay Baker y redescubre Jane Eyre, la célebre novela de Charlotte Brontë cuya vigencia continúa cautivando a nuevas generaciones de lectores. Acompañados por Valeria Rossi, exploraremos los temas y las preguntas que han convertido esta historia en un clásico: la búsqueda de la propia identidad, la independencia y una historia de amor tan apasionada como incómoda, que sigue invitándonos a cuestionar qué esperamos del amor, cuánto estamos dispuestos a ceder por él y qué significa elegir sin traicionarnos a nosotros mismos. Una lectura contemporánea que dialoga con las inquietudes de hoy, sin dejar de sumergirnos en la intensidad y el encanto de la obra original.
En busca de Jane: Ensayo abierto August 15 7:30pm Teatro Británico ¿Cómo se construye una obra de danza a partir de una historia como Jane Eyre? Si alguna vez has sentido que la danza es difícil de entender, te has preguntado cuál es la diferencia entre el ballet y la danza contemporánea, o simplemente quieres conectar más profundamente con lo que sucede en escena, esta es una oportunidad para hacer preguntas, mirar de cerca y descubrir, junto a quienes la crean, nuevas maneras de leer y disfrutar un espectáculo de danza. En esta actividad podrás entrar al espacio de creación de Jane Eyre y presenciar desde adentro cómo se construye una obra de danza. A través de conversaciones con Pepe Hevia y el elenco, ejercicios y fragmentos en desarrollo, descubrirás cómo una novela se transforma en movimiento y cómo la danza puede narrar una historia y dar vida a personajes complejos sin necesidad de palabras.
Via Andina. Further information on: Diario Correo Perú.
An alert from the Brontë Parsonage Museum for tomorrow, August 13:
Thu 13 Aug 2 pm (In-person) Brontë Space at the Old School Room Thu 13 Aug 7:30pm (Online)
A hundred and eighty years ago the first publication by the “Bells” appeared: an obscure volume of poems which sold only two copies. Eighteen months later Jane Eyre would become a bestseller. This talk will explore the history of Poems by Currer, Ellis and Acton Bell and pay tribute to the Brontë sisters as poets. This Thursday Talk will be given by author, teacher and Museum volunteer Tamar Yellin.
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