For fans of Downton coming to London, if you can’t wait for Season 5 of Downton Abbey to air in the US, here’s a fix that will certainly get you into the Christmas season! Join Mrs. Isobel Crawley (Penelope Wilton) and other stars of the award-winning period drama for an entertaining evening of holiday themed readings at 6:30 pm on November, 25th at the historic Church of St. George, Hanover Square in Mayfair.
Tickets are £45 and all the money is for a fantastic cause, Tomorrow’s People http://www.tomorrows-people.org.uk/, a national UK employment charity helping disadvantaged people of all ages get into the workforce.
After the readings, guest will have the opportunity to ask questions—not about Season 5—no spoilers! The event also includes the delightful English holiday tradition of a glass of wine and mince pies. Readings and refreshments included in the ticket, which can be purchased online.
Season 5 of Downton Abbey begins on PBS in the US on Sunday, January 4, 2015 (http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/masterpiece/programs/features/news/downton-abbey-s5-casting-news/).