The Complete Works of Jane Austen (Abridged)

Written by Jessica Bedford, Kathryn MacMillan, Charlotte Northeast & Meghan Winch

After their critically acclaimed, sell-out runs in October 2024 and January 2026, the Alma's in house company return triumphant from a 60 date full UK tour. Join them at their swansong performances back in their home venue. 

One newbie and two self-professed Janeites, through almost all means imaginable, tackle the entire canon of Jane Austen’s works – in just 80 minutes.

Come along for a fun, funny, and fast-paced romp through the masterpieces of Jane Austen with The Complete Works of Jane Austen, Abridged. Three nimble actors take on all of Austen’s beloved heroines, friends, and love interests—and her incisive social satire—in just 80 minutes. It is a truth universally acknowledged that an audience in possession of high spirits must be in want of a ticket to this big-hearted comedy that will delight Janeites and newcomers alike.

Praise for Schoolhouse and Jane Austen

★★★★★ “An absolute must-see” - City Girl Network

★★★★★ “Brilliant” - Bath Voice

★★★★ “Hilarious” - Stagetalk Magazine

"Played to perfection" - Bristol 247

“The show sparkles... a really lovely production” - Backstage Bristol

Supported by the generous donations of Alma Theatre patrons.

Suitable for ages 14+ (contains swearing and sexual references)

The world premiere of The Complete Works of Jane Austen, Abridged was produced by Tiny Dynamite, Philadelphia, PA, 2019

All tickets include a £1 admin charge

Approx running time 1 hour 30

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