Jane Austen
Jane Austen is a source material with credits tracked on BroadwayWorld.
Date of Birth: December 16, 1775
Date of Death: July 18, 1817 (41)
Birth Place: Steventon, Hampshire, ENGLAND
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Caitríona Balfe Opens Up About Her New Film SENSE AND SENSIBILITY and Disney's TANGLED Role
by Rachel Stone - 2026-10-05 12:54:50
Video: First Look at Emma Corrin and Jack Lowden in PRIDE AND PREJUDICE Teaser
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-02-24 10:38:20
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Previews: PRIDE & PREJUDICE PART 2: NAPOLEON AT PEMBERLY at Westport Country Playhouse
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Oct 11, 2026
Ken Ludwig's latest play is more than just his popular comedies, and with Emily Mann directing it, you won't want to miss this.
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Oct 11, 2026
Ken Ludwig's latest play is more than just his popular comedies, and with Emily Mann directing it, you won't want to miss this.
Herbert Nordrum on Faking an English Accent With a Wine Cork
by Rachel Stone - Oct 9, 2026
Herbert Nordrum discussed playing Col. Brandon in the new SENSE AND SENSIBILITY film and his dialect coaching method during a TODAY appearance, including his first trip to New York City.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 9, 2026
Herbert Nordrum discussed playing Col. Brandon in the new SENSE AND SENSIBILITY film and his dialect coaching method during a TODAY appearance, including his first trip to New York City.
Ken Ludwig's PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, PART 2 to Premiere at Westport Country Playhouse
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2026
Westport Country Playhouse will kick off the 2026-27 Season with the World Premiere of “Ken Ludwig’s Pride and Prejudice, Part 2: Napoleon at Pemberley,” a stage sequel to Jane Austen’s novel “Pride and Prejudice'.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 9, 2026
Westport Country Playhouse will kick off the 2026-27 Season with the World Premiere of “Ken Ludwig’s Pride and Prejudice, Part 2: Napoleon at Pemberley,” a stage sequel to Jane Austen’s novel “Pride and Prejudice'.
Photos: SENSE AND SENSIBILITY Los Angeles Premiere Photos Available
by Rachel Stone - Oct 8, 2026
Focus Features' SENSE AND SENSIBILITY held its Los Angeles premiere. Photos from the event are now available.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 8, 2026
Focus Features' SENSE AND SENSIBILITY held its Los Angeles premiere. Photos from the event are now available.
Review: PRIDE & PREJUDICE at Portland Center Stage
by Krista Garver - Oct 8, 2026
Kate Hamill's Pride & Prejudice at Portland Center Stage boasts a gorgeous set and a talented cast, but its broad farce trades Austen's sharp wit for slapstick.
by Krista Garver - Oct 8, 2026
Kate Hamill's Pride & Prejudice at Portland Center Stage boasts a gorgeous set and a talented cast, but its broad farce trades Austen's sharp wit for slapstick.
NORTHANGER ABBEY to Make American Premiere at Shaker Bridge Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2026
Shaker Bridge Theatre will present the American premiere of Zoe Cooper's NORTHANGER ABBEY, a reimagining of Jane Austen's novel set in White River Junction, Vermont, starring Molly Kate Babos and Carolyn Carter.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2026
Shaker Bridge Theatre will present the American premiere of Zoe Cooper's NORTHANGER ABBEY, a reimagining of Jane Austen's novel set in White River Junction, Vermont, starring Molly Kate Babos and Carolyn Carter.
Bristol Old Vic Reveals 2027 Season of Revivals and World Premieres
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2026
Bristol Old Vic announced its 2027 season, featuring a 40th anniversary revival of Winsome Pinnock's LEAVE TAKING, the world premiere of new musical DISCO DRACULA, and a new production of UNCLE VANYA directed by Rikki Henry.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2026
Bristol Old Vic announced its 2027 season, featuring a 40th anniversary revival of Winsome Pinnock's LEAVE TAKING, the world premiere of new musical DISCO DRACULA, and a new production of UNCLE VANYA directed by Rikki Henry.
Focus Features Acquires OUTSIDE MAN Starring Ice Cube and Tommy Lee Jones
by Rachel Stone - Oct 6, 2026
Focus Features has acquired worldwide rights to Brian Helgeland's OUTSIDE MAN, starring Ice Cube and Tommy Lee Jones. The film follows a former Chicago mob enforcer who seeks redemption in rural Texas while forming an unlikely friendship with a retired Texas Ranger.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 6, 2026
Focus Features has acquired worldwide rights to Brian Helgeland's OUTSIDE MAN, starring Ice Cube and Tommy Lee Jones. The film follows a former Chicago mob enforcer who seeks redemption in rural Texas while forming an unlikely friendship with a retired Texas Ranger.
Caitríona Balfe Opens Up About Her New Film SENSE AND SENSIBILITY and Disney's TANGLED Role
by Rachel Stone - Oct 5, 2026
Caitríona Balfe discussed filming a new Sense and Sensibility adaptation, bonding with her cast, and joining Disney's live-action Tangled as Queen Arianna during a TODAY show appearance.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 5, 2026
Caitríona Balfe discussed filming a new Sense and Sensibility adaptation, bonding with her cast, and joining Disney's live-action Tangled as Queen Arianna during a TODAY show appearance.
BRAM STOKER'S DRACULA Audio Adaptation Starring Jonathan Bailey & Ella Purnell Now on Audible
by Rachel Stone - Oct 1, 2026
Audible released a full-cast audio adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula featuring Jonathan Bailey as Dracula and Ella Purnell as Mina, alongside Maggie Gyllenhaal, Lesley Manville, and others. The production reimagines the classic thriller with an original score and immersive soundscape.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 1, 2026
Audible released a full-cast audio adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula featuring Jonathan Bailey as Dracula and Ella Purnell as Mina, alongside Maggie Gyllenhaal, Lesley Manville, and others. The production reimagines the classic thriller with an original score and immersive soundscape.
Jenn Colella, Jessica Phillips and More to Lead PERSUASION, A QUEER MODERN FARCE Industry Reading
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2026
The cast has been revealed for the upcoming one-day-only industry reading of a new play, Persuasion, A Queer Modern Farce, in New York City. Mindy Cooper will direct the new comedy from Lisa Quoresimo.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2026
The cast has been revealed for the upcoming one-day-only industry reading of a new play, Persuasion, A Queer Modern Farce, in New York City. Mindy Cooper will direct the new comedy from Lisa Quoresimo.
Weston Theater Company Launches WESTON WORKS for Original Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2026
Weston Theater Company announced WESTON WORKS, an initiative to support artists developing original plays, musicals, and opera. The program includes a residency, workshops, and a festival.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 29, 2026
Weston Theater Company announced WESTON WORKS, an initiative to support artists developing original plays, musicals, and opera. The program includes a residency, workshops, and a festival.
Previews: JANE AUSTEN IN 89 MINUTES at Stageworks Theatre
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - Sep 29, 2026
Whether you're a devoted Jane Austen fan or simply looking for a smart, entertaining night at the theater, Jane Austen in 89 Minutes offers a fresh take on the author's beloved works. Combining quick-change comedy, inventive storytelling, and plenty of literary humor, the production celebrates Austen's enduring appeal while showcasing an ensemble tasked with portraying dozens of characters at a breakneck pace. It's equal parts tribute, parody, and theatrical feat.
by Deborah Bostock-Kelley - Sep 29, 2026
Whether you're a devoted Jane Austen fan or simply looking for a smart, entertaining night at the theater, Jane Austen in 89 Minutes offers a fresh take on the author's beloved works. Combining quick-change comedy, inventive storytelling, and plenty of literary humor, the production celebrates Austen's enduring appeal while showcasing an ensemble tasked with portraying dozens of characters at a breakneck pace. It's equal parts tribute, parody, and theatrical feat.
Anything But Ghosts to Release Theatrically in 2027
by Rachel Stone - Sep 29, 2026
Focus Features and Blumhouse-Atomic Monster announced a theatrical release for Curry Barker's ANYTHING BUT GHOSTS, starring Cooper Tomlinson, Violet McGraw, Bryce Dallas Howard and Aaron Paul.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 29, 2026
Focus Features and Blumhouse-Atomic Monster announced a theatrical release for Curry Barker's ANYTHING BUT GHOSTS, starring Cooper Tomlinson, Violet McGraw, Bryce Dallas Howard and Aaron Paul.
SENSE AND SENSIBILITY to Open in Theaters; Tickets Now Available
by Rachel Stone - Sep 29, 2026
Focus Features will release a new adaptation of Jane Austen's SENSE AND SENSIBILITY, starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Esmé Creed-Miles. The film is directed by Georgia Oakley and written by Diana Reid.
by Rachel Stone - Sep 29, 2026
Focus Features will release a new adaptation of Jane Austen's SENSE AND SENSIBILITY, starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Esmé Creed-Miles. The film is directed by Georgia Oakley and written by Diana Reid.
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE* (*SORT OF) Begins Brisbane Run at QPAC This Week
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 28, 2026
Pride and Prejudice (*sort of) brings its pop-filled retelling of Jane Austen’s novel to the Playhouse at QPAC from September 30 through October 18.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 28, 2026
Pride and Prejudice (*sort of) brings its pop-filled retelling of Jane Austen’s novel to the Playhouse at QPAC from September 30 through October 18.
Review: EMMA at Irish Classical Theatre
by Michael Rabice - Sep 28, 2026
A gleeful production of a Jane Austen classic has hit the stage with such comedic joy that the cast can barely contain it’s boundless talent in the Irish Classical Theatre’s ebullient production of EMMA that opened their 2026-2027 season. Artistic Director Keelie Sheridan also stage directs this frothy confection that is sure to induce endless mirth and giggles.
by Michael Rabice - Sep 28, 2026
A gleeful production of a Jane Austen classic has hit the stage with such comedic joy that the cast can barely contain it’s boundless talent in the Irish Classical Theatre’s ebullient production of EMMA that opened their 2026-2027 season. Artistic Director Keelie Sheridan also stage directs this frothy confection that is sure to induce endless mirth and giggles.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld September 22, 2026- New Photos of THE NOTEBOOK National Tour and More
by - Sep 22, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 22, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Sep 22, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is September 22, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Review: SENSE AND SENSIBILITY, Arches Lane Theatre
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Sep 21, 2026
250 years after her birth, with another new adaptation of Pride and Prejudice about to land on Netflix and a new film of Sense and Sensibility being released this week, the appetite for Jane Austen seems as ravenous as ever. Theatre company Thick as Thieves specialise in small company adaptations of popular classics and has brought their version of Sense and Sensibility to the tiny Arches Lane Theatre in Battersea.
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Sep 21, 2026
250 years after her birth, with another new adaptation of Pride and Prejudice about to land on Netflix and a new film of Sense and Sensibility being released this week, the appetite for Jane Austen seems as ravenous as ever. Theatre company Thick as Thieves specialise in small company adaptations of popular classics and has brought their version of Sense and Sensibility to the tiny Arches Lane Theatre in Battersea.
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE Available for Licensing From Music Theatre International
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026
Music Theatre International announced the licensing availability of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, opening the Austen adaptation to regional and community theatres.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 17, 2026
Music Theatre International announced the licensing availability of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, opening the Austen adaptation to regional and community theatres.
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Jane Austen has written 3 shows including First Impressions (Source Material), I Love You Because (Source Material), Emma (Source Material).
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