Dystopian literary scene

ArtsHub Australia reviews Shake and Stir’s touring production of Jane Eyre giving it 4.5 stars out of 5.

The adaptation of this sweeping novel into a concise, modern retelling is no small feat and Nelle Lee and Nick Skubij must be applauded in creating this work of stage genius. It is infinitely relatable, and a tour de force for the four actors who realise the story before us. Yes there are only four performers bringing this story to life, playing multiple characters throughout, and it is a masterclass of acting skill.
Julian Garner, Jodie Le Vesconte and writer Nelle Lee show any budding performer how to do it right, transforming completely, often in a matter of seconds to create this vast array of unique and believable characters. They are supported impeccably by multi-Aria award winner Sarah Mcleod who performs gorgeous original supporting music throughout, along with her own collection of delightful characters. 
These performers are obviously intimately acquainted with the text and it is easy to engage with the world created by these incredibly talented artists.  
The bleak world of Brontë’s creation is realised to stunning effect in Josh McIntosh’s set, an impressive multi-tiered and haunting framework, full of surprises and impressive special effects. It conveys both an epic scale and evocative sense of place and is lit dramatically by Jason Glenwright.  
This is a truly inventive work, and Director Michael Futcher must be applauded for weaving together the complex tale with such energy and joy. It is atmospheric, amusing and moving and succeeds on many levels. Obviously it will garner a huge schools audience, but the quality of the production and performances would hold its own anywhere in the world. 
This is a touring production and only remains for a few performances in each location. So if it is coming your way, get in quick and don’t miss it. It is a visually impressive, rewarding and immersive retelling, and its message is still very relevant today. Perhaps even more so under the skilful reshaping by this visionary creative team. (Dennis Clements)

More theatre as The Cap Times reviews American Players' take on Jen Silverman's The Moors.

“The Moors” is also gleeful gothic horror, with flourishes of Shirley Jackson and “Jane Eyre.” [...]

“The Moors” is full of running jokes at the expense of Victorian literature — the interchangeable maid, the interchangeable rooms, the secrets in the attic. Fromm stages manor scenes as though in a doll’s house. Lights pop on to reveal characters fastened in place, casting long, dark shadows behind them on the walls. (Lindsay Christians)

CrimeReads discusses literary dystopias reminding us of the fact that,

Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451, set in a society where books are outlawed and burned, exploited a growing anxiety about dumbed down popular culture and over reliance on technology in 1950s America. For me, it is the censorship and adulteration of fiction that rings alarm bells. On the day I’m writing this, Times of London reports that UK universities are now banning, or issuing warnings, about writing from Chaucer, Shakespeare, Jane Austen and Charlotte Brontë to Agatha Christie and Colson Whitehead. (C. J. Carey)

The Scarborough News recommends 'some of the best walks in Yorkshire' including

Brontë Country, West Yorkshire

Brontë Country is an area of vast moors riven with deep valleys, situated within the South Pennine Hills. In the valleys are small villages and towns with a rich history and industrial past.

There’s many different walking routes to choose from – one is a circular walk that begins in Haworth village, treading moorland paths once familiar to the Brontë sisters. (Sue Wilkinson)

El Placer de la Lectura (Spain) reviews El río de las primeras veces by Nando López:

Nando nos atrapa con ese estilo suyo plagado de esa hermosa prosa poética. Tiene un modo tan bonito de transmitir que no solo disfrutas con lo que te cuenta, sino cómo te lo cuenta. Con pasajes que están plagados de más calidad artística que muchas novelas en todas sus páginas. Hace que nos enamoremos de sus personajes, y que deseemos pertenecer a ese exclusivo grupo de Mosqueteras, y poder reunirnos con ellas en ese club de lectura en “Cumbres Borrascosas” esas “noches repelentes”. (Juan Jesús Caballero) (Translation)

Augustin Trapenard in Focus Le Vif (Belgium) mentions Wuthering Heights:

La lecture vers 10 ou 11 ans des Hauts de Hurlevent d’Emily Brontë, qui m’a énormément accompagné, a été un catalyseur pour moi.