The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberly

The University of Wisconsin La Crosse Department of Theatre and Dance proudly presents The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberly by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon, a yuletide sequel to Pride and Prejudice. Performances will show December 5-7 at 7:30 p.m. and matinees on December 7-8 at 2:00 p.m. in the Toland Theatre, Lowe Center for the Arts (333 N. 16th Street, La Crosse).

Playwrights Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon once again bring Jane Austen’s beloved characters to the stage for a yuletide sequel to Pride and Prejudice. The Wickhams takes audiences to the downstairs servants’ quarters as the newly wed Darcy’s celebrate Christmas upstairs. Mrs. Reynolds, a no-nonsense housekeeper; Cassie, an eager new maid; and Brian, a lovesick footman, are bustling with preparations for holiday guests. The servants find themselves in the midst of a holiday scandal when their work is interrupted by the midnight arrival of the definitely not invited Mr. Wickham—Lydia’s rogue of a husband and Mr. Darcy’s sworn enemy. Before long, old grudges and new misunderstandings reach a boiling point, and the festivities spiral into chaos. Pemberley’s residents struggle to keep the peace without taking sides. The Wickhams is a charming holiday tale that explores the confines of class, privilege, family, forgiveness, and what it truly means to give in the season of giving.

IF YOU GO:
WHO: UW-La Crosse Department of Theatre and Dance
WHAT: The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberly by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon
WHERE: Toland Theatre, Lowe Center for the Arts (333 N. 16th Street, La Crosse). Assigned seating.
WHEN: December 5-7 at 7:30 p.m. and matinees on December 7-8 at 2:00 p.m.
ONLINE TICKETS: $20 adults; $18 senior citizens/non UWL students/military; $8 UWL students. Online tickets will have a small credit card processing fee added at checkout. Patrons are encouraged to buy their tickets online and download the tickets to their phone/email. Tickets may be purchased online at www.uwlax.edu/theatre-and-dance beginning October 1, 2024. Assigned seating.
IN PERSON/PHONE TICKETS: $22 for adults, $20 for senior/non UWL students and $10 for UWL students (processing/printing fee already included in the price); call (608) 785-6696. Box office opens December 2 for in person/phone ticket sales. Box office hours are Monday through Friday 1:00-3:00 p.m. and one hour prior to each performance. Assigned seating.
PARKING: Due to the construction near the Lowe Center for the Arts, patrons are encouraged to arrive early and park in the university parking ramp located on the corner of Farwell & 17th Streets. Parking in the ramp is free after 7:00 p.m. and on the weekends. For those with mobility issues, there is a drop-off site next to the Lowe Center for the Arts on the corner of 15th and Vine Streets.