JASA holds regular meetings which are an opportunity for members to hear interesting speakers and discuss Jane Austen, browse the library and shop at the Regency Fair. Meetings are held in locations around Australia.
Brisbane
The Brisbane program will be released shortly.
Hunter
The 2019 Hunter programme and events have been released and can be found here: JASHunter 2019 Program
Sydney
All Sydney meetings are held at the Uniting Church Hall, 7 Lord Street, Roseville NSW unless otherwise indicated.
2019 Calendar of Events.
Architecture of the Jane Austen Era
Kenneth Park
This beautifully illustrated lecture will examine the world of Jane Austen from an architectural perspective. Jane saw firsthand the celebrated Georgian architecture of the day (especially in Bath) and the impact of great architects such as John Wood and Robert Adam. Her architectural references offer insights drawing on a wide range of buildings from the simple country parsonage to splendid country homes like Chawton House and Godmersham. Kenneth Park, curator, tour leader and lecturer shares his passion for the arts, architecture and Jane Austen.
This beautifully illustrated lecture will examine the world of Jane Austen from an architectural perspective. Jane saw firsthand the celebrated Georgian architecture of the day (especially in Bath) and the impact of great architects such as John Wood and Robert Adam. Her architectural references offer insights drawing on a wide range of buildings from the simple country parsonage to splendid country homes like Chawton House and Godmersham. Kenneth Park, curator, tour leader and lecturer shares his passion for the arts, architecture and Jane Austen.
When: Sat April 27 1:45 PM - 4:00 PM
The Governess Trade
Judith Bonzol
Jane Fairfax speaks of the governess-trade as “the sale – not quite of human flesh – but of human intellect”. While the plight of the governess became a topic of deep concern for novelists in the Victorian period, Jane Austen’s novels and letters reveal that considerable sympathy for gentlewomen forced into the ‘governess trade’ was also a Regency concern.
Jane Fairfax speaks of the governess-trade as “the sale – not quite of human flesh – but of human intellect”. While the plight of the governess became a topic of deep concern for novelists in the Victorian period, Jane Austen’s novels and letters reveal that considerable sympathy for gentlewomen forced into the ‘governess trade’ was also a Regency concern.
When: Sat June 15 1:45 PM - 4:00 PM
Day Conference: Jane Austen and Art
Our day conference will explore the relationship between Jane Austen and art. Stephen Foster, author of an exciting new book about the artist Zoffany, will discuss Zoffany as “the Jane Austen of English Art”. There will be talks about the ways Jane Austen used art in her novels (think of Emma’s portrait of Harriet), the exhibitions she attended, and the contemporary artists she referenced. Learn about drawing lessons for young ladies of the Regency and many other aspects of the artistic world that Jane Austen knew. This promises to be a wonderful conference – book soon.
Cost: $100 members, $110 non-members
Cost: $100 members, $110 non-members
When: Sat June 29 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
An Ideal Husband
Charles Guillan
A discussion of the men in Jane Austen’s novels: the good, the bad and the foolish. The male characters are examined and compared to determine the burning question: what are the qualities that make a man worthy of marrying a Jane Austen heroine?
A discussion of the men in Jane Austen’s novels: the good, the bad and the foolish. The male characters are examined and compared to determine the burning question: what are the qualities that make a man worthy of marrying a Jane Austen heroine?
When: Sat August 17 1:45 PM - 4:00 PM
Being Mr Wickham (to be confirmed)
Adrian Lukis
Adrian Lukis performed the role of George Wickham in the acclaimed 1995 BBC adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. He discusses the experience of taking on that part, and answers questions from the audience about being involved in such a famous television adaptation.
Please note that this event will be for JASA members only.
Adrian Lukis performed the role of George Wickham in the acclaimed 1995 BBC adaptation of Pride and Prejudice. He discusses the experience of taking on that part, and answers questions from the audience about being involved in such a famous television adaptation.
Please note that this event will be for JASA members only.
When: Sat October 19 1:45 PM - 4:00 PM
An Afternoon with Jane Austen (to be confirmed)
Actor Adrian Lukis joins with Caroline Langrishe (Judge John Deed, Lovejoy) to perform duologues from Jane Austen’s novels. Come along to enjoy the comic absurdity of the Dashwoods, passionate Wentworth and his Anne, and the memorable duplicity of Mr Wickham.
Venue, time and cost to be confirmed.
Venue, time and cost to be confirmed.
When: Sun October 20 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
JASA’s 30th Birthday Party
Entertainment, venue and cost to be advised.
When: Sat December 14 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM