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Date of Death: July 18, 1817 (41)

Birth Place: Steventon, Hampshire, ENGLAND

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CINDERELLA, KING JAMES & More Set for Syracuse Stage 24/25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 13, 2024


Syracuse Stage reveals its 2024/2025 season lineup featuring a diverse range of productions including classics, contemporary plays, and family-friendly shows. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Interview: 'It's Essentially a Defensive Wickham': Adrian Lukis on the Background of a Villain in BEING MR WICKHAM
by Kat Mokrynski - Jun 11, 2024


If you ask a Jane Austen fan who the villain of Pride and Prejudice is, most of them would probably say George Wickham, the charming soldier who has a hidden history with Darcy. But some, including Adrian Lukis, who played Wickham in the BBC’s 1995 adaptation of the novel, would argue that things are not as black and white as one might think.

Jane Austen's EMMA: AN IMMERSIVE LOVE STORY to Open in July
by Blair Ingenthron - Jun 8, 2024


Majestic Repertory Theatre will complete its Eighth Season of original live theatre in the Las Vegas Arts District with Jane Austen's EMMA, an “immersive love story” adapted and directed by Troy Heard.

EMMA THE MUSICAL Returns To Chance Theater This September
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 7, 2024


Experience the return of JANE AUSTEN'S EMMA, THE MUSICAL at the Bette Aitken Theater Arts Center from November 29 - December 22, 2024.

Jermyn Street Theatre Reveals Autumn Season
by Stephi Wild - Jun 6, 2024


Jermyn Street Theatre has announced its Autumn Season. Learn more about the lineup here!

HAMLET To Be Presented At The Collapsable Hole
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 5, 2024


HAMLET is set to take the stage at the Collapsable Hole, offering a fresh interpretation of Shakespeare's classic tragedy.

Tickets Now On Sale For Gilbert & Sullivan Society Of Houston's RUDDIGORE At Cullen Performance Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2024


The Gilbert & Sullivan Society of Houston will present RUDDIGORE at Cullen Performance Hall on July 20, 21, 27, and 28. Enjoy this classic operetta filled with humor, romance, and supernatural elements.

FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN WHO CHANGED THE WORLD Comes to the Other Palace This Summer
by Stephi Wild - May 17, 2024


Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World is heading to The Other Palace for the summer.  This critically acclaimed girl power musical packs a popstar punch, with a catchy soundtrack, awe-inspiring characters and TikTok-favourite choreography.  

PRIDE AND PREJUDICE An Adaptation In Words And Music Announced At Sydney Opera House
by A.A. Cristi - May 16, 2024


Experience a unique adaptation of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE through words and music, bringing Jane Austen's classic to life in a new and engaging way.

Baltimore Center Stage Reveals Lineup For 2024/2025 Mainstage Season
by Stephi Wild - May 16, 2024


Baltimore Center Stage has announced the 2024/25 Season, the first season programmed by Tony Award-nominee Stevie Walker-Webb in his new tenure as Artistic Director. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Amber Ruffin's BIGFOOT! THE MUSICAL is Coming to The Hollywood Fringe
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 14, 2024


Amber Ruffin's Bigfoot is coming to the Hollywood Fringe. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Alison Larking Brings GRIEF...A COMEDY to Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2024


Esteemed English American actor, comedian, bestselling author and podcaster Alison Larkin returns to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival for the first time in 24 years. Her new theatre show, 'Grief...A Comedy', will be at the Assembly Rooms George Square Studio 2 for the month of August.

OVO Presents Top Picks Across Their Summer Of Theatre At Roman Theatre Open Air Festival
by A.A. Cristi - May 10, 2024


Explore the top picks of summer theatre at the Roman Theatre Open Air Festival presented by OVO.

Review: PERSUASION at Gryphon Theatre
by Neil Brewer - May 11, 2024


A collaboration that has led to a highly successful and entertaining production

PLIED AND PREJUDICE Comes to The Shed Next Month
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2024


Woodward Productions, the creative minds behind A Very Naughty Christmas, is back with another adventure next month. From June 14th at The Shed, Northshore Brisbane, prepare to step back in time and experience the riotous fun of Plied and Prejudice. 

Octagon Theatre Bolton Unveils Autumn/Winter Season
by Stephi Wild - Apr 30, 2024


The Octagon Theatre has revealed a sensational programme set to entertain audiences this autumn and into 2025. Learn more about the full lineup here!

Interact Theatre Company Presents THE CLIMB A World Premiere Production
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 29, 2024


To kick off summer, InterAct Theatre Company will present THE CLIMB by By C.A. Johnson.

BEING ALIVE: A SONDHEIM CELEBRATION to be Presented at TheatreWorks Silicon Valley
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2024


TheatreWorks Silicon Valley will close its 53rd season with the World Premiere of a new musical tribute honoring Stephen Sondheim, Being Alive: A Sondheim Celebration. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

SENSE AND SENSIBILITY Comes to Pitlochry Festival Theatre in June
by Stephi Wild - Apr 23, 2024


Pitlochry Festival Theatre and OVO have announced the première of Scottish playwright Frances Poet’s exciting new stage adaptation of Jane Austen’s satirical study of society, money, and love - Sense and Sensibility. 

Review: EMMA! A POP MUSICAL at Gettysburg Community Theatre
by Andrea Stephenson - Apr 20, 2024


These young actors perform with an enthusiasm and dedication that will have audiences laughing, clapping, and singing along. Any time young actors take the stage with passion and joy, the audience cannot help but feel it, too

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