Bloomshed's satirical 'Pride and Prejudice' delights at Malthouse Theatre

Bloomshed's satirical adaptation of Jane Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice' is now playing at Malthouse Theatre in Southbank until 23 May 2026. Originally staged at Darebin Arts Centre in 2025, the production received a five-star review from ArtsHub. The set, designed by Savanna Wegman, features a two-tiered wedding cake dominating the stage. The cast includes Emily Carr as Mrs Bennet, Elizabeth Brennan as Elizabeth Bennet, James Jackson as Mr Darcy, and Lauren Swain doubling as Mary Bennet and George Wickham. The production exaggerates Regency-era politics, class consciousness, and gender roles, incorporating contemporary themes like intergenerational wealth, the housing crisis, and stolen land. Key design elements include ludicrously tall top hats by Samantha Hastings, lighting by John Collopy, and sound by Justin Gardam. The show blends physical comedy, dance sequences, and sly references to the 'wet Mr Darcy' meme.