Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel
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The comedy 'Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel' will take place in the Wessex Auditorium on August 15, 2026. Details regarding ticket pricing must be checked via the website.
The smash-hit West End comedy, as heard on BBC Radio 4, celebrates its 13th glorious year at the Fringe! The all-star cast (featuring Rachel Parris, Graham Dickson, Cariad Lloyd and more) improvise a hilarious new Jane Austen novel every show, inspired entirely by a title from the audience. Performed in period costume with live musical accompaniment – it's a riotous, razor-sharp show where swooning is guaranteed.
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Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel takes place on Saturday, 15 August 2026 at 13:45.
Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel is held at Wessex Auditorium in Southend-on-Sea (Wessex Auditorium, Brentwood, CM15 8AS).
Tickets for Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel can be booked via opencomedy.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel
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The comedy 'Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel' will take place in the Wessex Auditorium on August 15, 2026. Details regarding ticket pricing must be checked via the website.
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The smash-hit West End comedy, as heard on BBC Radio 4, celebrates its 13th glorious year at the Fringe! The all-star cast (featuring Rachel Parris, Graham Dickson, Cariad Lloyd and more) improvise a hilarious new Jane Austen novel every show, inspired entirely by a title from the audience. Performed in period costume with live musical accompaniment – it's a riotous, razor-sharp show where swooning is guaranteed.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel?
Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel takes place on Saturday, 15 August 2026 at 13:45.
Where is Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel taking place?
Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel is held at Wessex Auditorium in Southend-on-Sea (Wessex Auditorium, Brentwood, CM15 8AS).
How do I get tickets for Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel?
Tickets for Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel can be booked via opencomedy.com using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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