Pride and Prejudice (sort of)
Pride and Prejudice (sort of) – Jane Austen done differently!
Isobel McArthur’s hilariously funny contemporary adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic novel enjoys its West End premiere at the Criterion Theatre from 1st October, with an open-ended run on the cards. A cast of all-female actors will play every role in this wickedly witty version of the book, written way back in 1813 but still just as fresh more than 200 years later. This is being billed as a ‘unique and audacious’ retelling of the story we all love, irreverent from start to finish. The cast is to be announced - it’ll be really exciting to know who’s going to delight us on stage with this dazzling production.
The Daily Telegraph calls it, ‘very clever, very funny’. The Scotsman says it contains, ‘ layer after layer of brilliance’. And the Glasgow Herald says it’s is ‘profoundly joyous’. This is the 1800s. It’s party time... and the ruthless matchmaking is about to begin. Meet the Bennets, whose five daughters must all make good marriages to rich, suitable men. Make your way to the magnificent Criterion Theatre, the jewel of Piccadilly Circus, for this legend-in-the-making of a play, and prepare your laughing gear for some serious exercise.
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Without question it was excellent on every front! Need to know the story of Pride & Prejudice
Heather, 30 Jan 2022
Fantastically funny ! The most fun i've had at a theatre for years! This play deserves all the praise that it gets! I've never read the book, although I will now after seeing this. The way the story is portrayed and acted out with so much wit and humour is a pure delight to watch. The song choices and musical accompaniments are masterfully selected and every single cast member puts their body and soul into the performance. It's a shame that it is only running for a short time, as I would happily go again and again to see it! Well done to all involved.
Thomas, 24 Jan 2022
A must! Wonderful, witty, funny, engaging, insightful and we didn't want it to end! Go and see it!
Laura, 08 Jan 2022
Amazing show Absolutely loved the show. Superb character acting from every one of the cast.Each character they played was very clever, you could believe they were totally different! Also very talented musicians. The night we went the 2nd understudy played Liz, with no rehearsal to save the show from closing with the lead character & understudy both contracting Covid - superb effort! It was almost like a Pantomime, BUT BETTER !!!
Linda, 03 Jan 2022
Entertaining Was very amusing not difficult to understand and follow the story an enjoyable afternoon.
Shirin, 02 Jan 2022
A brilliant night out What a brilliant show. So funny and such talented actors. I can’t imagine anyone not enjoying it
Lynn, 02 Dec 2021
Entertaining from start to finish. What a brilliant show. So slick, clever, INCREDIBLY FUNNY and so much talent. The cast of five women (something of a novelty on the West End) are all very talented not only acting, singing and dancing but playing multiple instruments as well as characters all with total ease and professional slickness. Written and co-directed by a member of the cast, it was a thoroughly enjoyable evening with a few heartfelt and tender moments added for good measure. There is some strong language so may not be for everyone but I will be telling everyone I know about it and hope to come back to see it again.
Catriona, 02 Dec 2021
Mesmerising Take a well known classic give it a modern spin add in some singing excellent acting and you have a good night out!!
Lissa, 29 Nov 2021
Fantastic Hilarious take on the classic Pride and Prejudice.
Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Ray, 29 Nov 2021
An imaginative laugh at Pride and Prejudice We were very impressed by the imaginative ability of just 5 actresses each taking over different characters. The stage settings and choreography was superb and in all it was a perfect way to spend a few enjoyable hours
Roslyn, 28 Nov 2021
Modern, Hilarious, Anybody would enjoy it SO HILARIOUS. It takes a bit of concentration to follow for non-native English speakers, so I was translating a bit for my friend, but regardless it was incredibly entertaining. The performers are so talented. Do not miss.
Kavya, 28 Nov 2021
Enjoyable Easy booking.(we only booked the day before). Efficient service. The show was totally unexpected in it's presentation but a joy to watch.It was extremely well done , scenery changes were very quick and added to the overall enjoyment. With such a small cast their energy throughout the play was amazing. All were extremely talented, in both acting and music. It was very amusing and uplifting.
Yvonne, 21 Nov 2021
Should be seen Bravo to the amazing actresses in stage for the brilliant performance they gave tonight.
Christophe, 14 Nov 2021
Wonderful and witty A hilariously funny and incredibly witty production that does not disappoint. Talent absolutely oozes from the cast who are supported by an incredible script and throwback soundtrack. Pride and prejudice (sort of) brings the classic alive and into blinding technicolour. It’s a sure fire way to fall back in love with Austen and can be appreciated by all.
Lydia, 13 Nov 2021
Bewitched me, body and soul. Absolutely hilarious !
The script includes all the characters and events of the book. It’s so clever and witty, putting an original spin on the Jane Austin classic
Thanks to quick costume changes, the five actresses are able to play all the story’s main roles. All five are multi talented. Great performances all round.
I attended with my partner, and we both know the story well. I think this obviously helped our enjoyment, but I think the show would still be fun without any knowledge of the book
I wouldn’t normally write reviews, am not a regular theatre goer, but this was so enjoyable i felt I should recommend to others most ardently
Shaun, 30 Oct 2021
Hilarious! Loved the show, hilarious and very cleverly put together, very talented actors! Would recommend.
Lesley, 27 Oct 2021
Entertaining If you want to spend an afternoon seeing a good show Pride and Prejudice is the perfect choice.
Wendy, 23 Oct 2021
The best theatre show I have seen in a long time. Funny, brilliantly written, outstanding acting. Go see it you won't be disappointed.
Amanda, 20 Oct 2021
Hilarious adaptation to a great novel It is funny, the actresses are excellent and we really enjoyed the show
Gianluca, 15 Oct 2021
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