Jane Eyre in Annapolis

A new adaptation of Jane Eyre opens today, February 9 in Annapolis, MD:

Classic Theatre of Maryland presents

Jane Eyre

Adapted by Laura Rocklyn and Sally Boyett

February 8-25, 2024 at 7:30pm

Experience Charlotte Brontë’s iconic novel of self-discovery, redemption and love brought to vibrant life onstage! CTM’s new adaptation sweeps the audience away with the mystery and romance of Jane’s compelling journey. (Source)

The Baltimore Banner adds:

It’s always interesting to watch an actor who inhabits a role, and Laura Rocklyn seems likely to do that with her performance in “Jane Eyre” at Maryland Classic Theatre. Rocklyn and artistic director Sally Boyett have adapted Charlotte Brontë’s 19th-century novel into a play, telling the story of an orphan who struggles to find her place in Victorian society. Rocklyn will portray the title character, supported by a cast of 12.

Here’s the interesting thing. Rocklyn comes to this role after many performances as an interpreter of [Charlotte] Brontë's life. Many of the author’s works carry an element of autobiography. (Rick Hutzell)