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Jane Austen

Date of Death: July 18, 1817 (41)

Birth Place: Steventon, Hampshire, ENGLAND

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A COWBOY LULLABY Comes to the Rubicon Theatre

Rubicon Theatre will present the World Premiere of A COWBOY LULLABY, an original theatrical concert about the truths, myths, lies and legends of the American West, and the poetry of characters with dreams as vast as the open range.
Westport Community Theatre to Hold Auditions For Jon Jory's PRIDE AND PREJUDICE

Westport Community Theatre will hold auditions for Jon Jory's adaptation of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE. The play, based on Jane Austen's novel, explores themes of love and social status. Learn how to audition.
The Cloverdale Playhouse Unveils 2025 Season Featuring THE FARNSWORTH INVENTION & More

The Cloverdale Playhouse in Montgomery, Alabama revealed its 2025 season, 'A Season of Give And Take,' focusing on themes of compassion, understanding, and the transactional nature of human interactions. Learn how to purchase tickets.
The Mill At Sonning Announces DEATH COMES TO PEMBERLEY And More for 2025 Season

The Mill at Sonning has announced its full roster of in-house theatre productions for 2025.
Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre Celebrates its 70th Birthday in 2025

Scarborough’s Stephen Joseph Theatre will celebrate its 70th birthday in 2025 with a year of entertainment. Learn more about the full upcoming lineup here!
Photos: MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY Continues Clague Playhouse's 97th Season

Clague Playhouse will present Miss Bennet: Christmas at Pemberley by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon, from Friday, November 8 through Sunday, December 8, 2024. See photos of the cast.
STAGES St. Louis 2025 Season to Include BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL

STAGES St. Louis has announced their 2025 line-up, and it is a season of comedy, romance, and nostalgia. The season opens with the hilarious madcap musical MURDER FOR TWO. That will be followed by the pre-Broadway tryout of the Jane Austen bio-musical AUSTEN’S PRIDE and the Tony Award Winning Broadway hit BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL. Broadway World had the opportunity to sit down last week with STAGES artistic director Gayle Seay, executive producer Andrew Kuhlman, and marketing director Michael Adkins to talk about their upcoming season.  
ActorsNet Returns to Pemberley for GEORGIANA AND KITTY: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY

ActorsNet of Bucks County at the Heritage Center will present its upcoming holiday show - Georgiana and Kitty: Christmas at Pemberley, written by Lauren Gunderson and Margot Melcon. The show will be held at Heritage Center Theatre in Morrisville.
Emma Flynn and Keelan McAuley Will Lead CLUELESS THE MUSICAL

Emma Flynn (Beautiful/ Little Shop Of Horrors) will be making her West End debut in the role of Cher Horowitz in CLUELESS, The Musical. Keelan McAuley (Heathers, The Musical/ Grease) will join the musical in the role of Josh. Get a first listen to 'New Girl' from clueless with the all-new lyric video.
Kind Imagination Source Studios Will Present THE TIMEKEEPER'S COLLECTION

Kind Imagination Source Studios will present 'The Timekeeper's Collection,' written and directed by Marie Kynd, at the Alliance Theater at 602 S. 500 South in Trolley Square, from Nov. 15 to Nov. 24. 
EMMA THE MUSICAL Comes to Chance Theater

Chance Theater has announced the highly anticipated return of Jane Austen’s Emma, The Musical, directed by Chance Theater Founding Resident Artist Casey Long. This enchanting adaptation by Paul Gordon brings Austen’s timeless tale of romance and matchmaking to life on the Bette Aitken theater arts Center’s Cripe Stage from November 29, 2024, through December 22, 2024.
Buffalo Theatre Ensemble Presents THE WICKHAMS: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY

Experience the holiday season with BTE's production of THE WICKHAMS: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY, running from November 14 to December 15.
FSU/Asolo Conservatory Announces Change To Schedule And Cast Of THE CURIOUS SAVAGE

FSU/Asolo Conservatory has announced changes to the season schedule and cast for THE CURIOUS SAVAGE, impacting upcoming performances.
Photos: First Look At PRIDE & PREJUDICE At Baltimore Center Stage

Baltimore Center Stage will present Jane Austen’s PRIDE & PREJUDICE in a new production written by Kate Hamill adapted from the classic novel. See photos from production.
FSU/Asolo Conservatory Reveals Changes to its Season & More

FSU/Asolo Conservatory has revealed changes to its season schedule and cast for THE CURIOUS SAVAGE, impacting upcoming performances. Stay updated on the latest developments in this production.
Interview: SPENCER PLACHY of DRACULA at CLASSICAL THEATRE COMPANY

I've tried to draw as much from the novel as I possibly could. I have seen a handful of film depictions. There's one thing in the novel that Van Helsing mentions about how Dracula has what Van Helsing calls a child's brain. That being undead, you are reborn at that moment, and much of your experience of the world around you starts over.
Cast and Creative Teams Set for Stratford Festival 2025

Stratford Festival has its preparations for 2025 in full swing. The preliminary casting for the 11 productions of the coming season has been revealed! Learn more about the 2025 company, stars and shows and see how to purchase tickets.
Cast Set for EMMA Reimagining at The Abbey Theatre

The Abbey Theatre has revealed the cast for EMMA, a reimagining of Jane Austen's classic for the 'brat' Bridgerton era. The production runs from November 2024 to January 2025 on the Abbey Stage.
MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY to be Presented at TheatreWorks

TheatreWorks will present MISS BENNET: CHRISTMAS AT PEMBERLEY, a holiday play set to run in December. Experience a festive continuation of Jane Austen's beloved characters in this seasonal production. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Wilton's Music Hall Reveals Spring 2025 Season With Mark Lockyer, Harriet Walter, Harry Hill, and More

Wilton's Music Hall has announced its Spring 2025 season, presenting a diverse and dynamic range of performances that continue to celebrate the rich artistic heritage of this historic venue.

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How many shows has Jane Austen written?

Jane Austen has written 3 shows including First Impressions (Source Material), I Love You Because (Source Material), Emma (Source Material).

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