Austen’s Women

As is often the case, it’s the simple ideas that make the most impact. ‘Austens Women’ is a perfectly formed pocket-sized piece of theatre. Rebecca Vaughan does an incredible job in bringing to life a dozen characters (sometimes with a subtle yet highly effective change in voice or costume). The story arc moves naturally and seamlessly from a bitter old hag to a young lady in the throws of new love, highlighting at the same time the similarities and complexities of Jane Austen’s characters. One act, one actress, one excellent night of theatre.

Connaught Theatre, Worthing, 21 March 2013

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