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April 2026 Production –

Jane Austen in 89 Minutes

Written by Sylvie James
Directed by  Bill Akhurst

Play Reading Wednesday 12th November 2025 7.30pm
Auditions on Wednesday 19th November 2025 7.30pm

SYNOPSIS:

“JA89” is a stage play in which a madcap cast of ladies and gents deliver condensed versions of all six of Jane Austen’s beloved novels at a lightning pace. It features a character of Jane Austen as a host and narrator.  The play is a unique theatrical experience, blending Regency-era charm with a contemporary twist and fast-change costumes.

  • It presents a comprehensive review of Jane Austen’s six novels: Sense and Sensibility, Pride and Prejudice, Mansfield Park, Emma, Northanger Abbey, and Persuasion.
  • The show combines Austen’s signature wit with modern humour and pop culture references, such as the iconic Colin Firth scene from the 1995 Pride and Prejudice miniseries.
  • A cast of various actors plays multiple roles, often switching between characters and costumes in a rapid, energetic style.

It is, in short, a hilarious theatrical romp to be enjoyed by cast and audiences alike.

CAST 4F 3M

REHEARSAL DATES & SCHEDULE

Tuesday and Thursday evenings 7.30pm – 10pm commencing Tues 27th January 2026.

Bump-in                           Fri 3, Sat 4 April
Tech Rehearsal               Mon 6 April
Dress Rehearsal             Tue 7 April
Bump-out                        Sun 19 April

PERFORMANCE DATES

Fri 10 Apr           7.30pm Opening Night
Sat 11 Apr          3.00pm and 7.30pm
Sun 12 Apr         11.00am and 3.00pm
Fri 17 Apr            7.30pm
Sat 18 Apr:          3.00pm

VENUE

North Narrabeen Community Centre 2-10 Woorarra Rd Nth Narrabeen

All enquiries to Bill Akhurst at;
akhurstbh@bigpond.com or 0438 451 265

A membership fee of $35 per annum is required if successfully cast.

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