Melburnians brought out their boas for Harry Styles then sequins for Taylor Swift. For a Jane Austen musical tribute, the dress code is: favourite character.
– books that deftly explored social and familial dynamics in a way that was unique, and prescient, for their 18th century setting.A fact some may not know is that the English writer was also a keen musician: she learnt to play the piano from the age of 10, performed private concerts with her siblings at home and even composed music of her own.
Beesley and program director Marshall McGuire consulted academic Gillian Dooley for the historical aspects of, but it is ultimately all about the music and the vivid imagery, and feelings, it conjures. “The romantic world of Jane Austen has been in so many people’s lives for so long, through reading the books and being entranced by the films and TV series,” Beesley says. “This is probably the most romantic program we’ve ever done.
In a move that is unusual for classical music recitals, the audience is invited to dress up as their favourite Austen character; the venue will have its own subtle transformations, too. The author has devoted fans, known as Janiacs or Janeites – Beesley hopes they will take the opportunity to tap into the aesthetic and add to the atmosphere of the concert, similar to the way other fandoms celebrate and gather.
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