This play is a feature of the 2026 Maryland Jane Austen Fest.
“The complete works of Jane Austen Abridged”
by Jessica Bedford, Kathryn MacMillan,
Charlotte Northeast and Meghan Winch
Directed by Matthew Sean Mitchell
The Complete Works of Jane Austen, Abridged is a fast-paced, comedic play where three actors quickly embody all of Jane Austen’s novels and characters, satirizing her world of romance, manners, and social commentary, often with a twist, offering big-hearted fun for both Austen fans and newcomers.
CAST
Cat Bustos
Steven Day
Laura Rosen
PRODUCTION TEAM
Director and Set Designer: Matthew Sean Mitchell
Stage Manager: Chloe Brush
Producer: Vanessa Eskridge
Lighting Designer: Jen Sizer
Costume Designer: Tea Divine
Sound Designer: Brandi Overstreet
Props Coordinator: Terry Lott Richardson
Set Build Coordinator: Rene DeLisle
Master Carpenter: Tom Parmelee
Tickets
Friday, May 1, 7:30-9:30PM
Sunday, May 3, 2-4PM
Friday, May 8, 7:30-9:30PM
Saturday, May 9, 7:30-9:30PM
Sunday, May 10, 2-4PM
Please note that Saturday, May 2 is reserved for Jane Austen Fest ticket holders!
“The Complete Works of Jane Austen, Abridged” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.
www.concordtheatricals.com
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