Jane Austen News

From Netflix series to teen chick flicks to zombie mashups, Jane Austen adaptations feel overdone in the entertainment world. But throw in a five-woman cast, constant fourth-wall breaks, multi-role madness, tacky karaoke, and red Solo cups? Somehow, Isobel McArthur delivers something fresh, witty, and immensely original. 

On Saturday, February 22, 2025, during the OC Theatre Guild's membership meeting, the nominees for the fourth annual OCTG Theatre Awards were officially announced.

Sony Pictures Classics will release JANE AUSTEN WRECKED MY LIFE in theaters in select markets on May 16, 2025, followed by a nationwide rollout. The film had its world premiere at last year’s Toronto International Film Festival.

On Saturday, February 22, 2025, during the OC Theatre Guild's membership meeting, the nominees for the fourth annual OCTG Theatre Awards were officially announced. Check out the full list here!

Fans of Jane Austen and musical theatre are in for a treat as The Encore Musical Theatre Company brings the Michigan premiere of Sense & Sensibility to the stage from February 27 to March 16, 2025. See photos from the production.

All new photos have been released from CLUELESS, The Musical, now playing at London’s Trafalgar Theatre. Check out the photos here and learn more about the show!

The final New Works Showcase for Placer Repertory Theater season 2024-2025 will feature Sacramento area playwright JM Lahr and her work, Intervals. Learn more here!

How many ways can you re-tell Jane Austen? Isobel McArthur continues to prove it is more than possible to stage a show bursting with silliness, satire and the sharpest wit without losing the essence of Austen's beloved work.

DEATH COMES TO PEMBERLEY by P.D. James is based on the inspired sequel to Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice. James Bye will lead the world premiere. Learn more here!

What did our critic think of PRIDE & PREJUDICE at Gaslight-Baker Theatre?

The acclaimed new musical Operation Mincemeat, which took the West End by storm in 2023, is coming to Broadway, starring the original London cast. Previews begin tonight, February 15, at the John Golden Theatre. Meet the cast here!

Kiln Theatre has announced its new 2025/26 season, Amit Sharma's second as Artistic Director. The programme features three world premieres and a new version of a much-loved hit.

Oklahoma Shakespeare will present the debut show of its 41st season, Penelope, with Music and Lyrics by Alex Bechtel, Book by Alex Bechtel, Grace McLean, and Eva Steinmetz, based on writings in The Odyssey by Homer. Learn more.

Multi-award-winning singer-songwriter KT Tunstall has crafted the original score for the new West End production of Clueless, The Musical, which begins performances at London’s Trafalgar Theatre on 15 February.

Guildford Shakespeare Company have announced that the original three cast members from our 5-star Pride & Prejudice are returning for 2025 - the 250th Anniversary Year of Jane Austen's birth.

Ahead of the opening performance this Saturday 15 February at London's Trafalgar Theatre, Clueless The Musical has released all new photos of lead character Cher, played by Emma Flynn. Check out the photos here!

The Encore Musical Theatre Company will present the Michigan premiere of Sense & Sensibility, a romantic new chamber musical with book, music, and lyrics by Tony Award nominee Paul Gordon (Jane Eyre, Pride and Prejudice, Emma, Daddy Long Legs) and based on the novel by Jane Austen.

Sierra Stages will continue its tradition of bringing innovative theater to Nevada County with Kate Hamill's critically acclaimed adaptation of Jane Austen's 'Sense & Sensibility'. Learn more!

Discover the full cast and creative team for Broadway's 'Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical,' premiering February 15 at the Golden Theatre. This award-winning show, directed by Robert Hastie, features original West End performers and a star-studded creative team. Learn more about its journey from London to New York.

What did our critic think of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE at Westport Community Theatre?