Audiences never seem to tire of Jane Austen’s classic novel, with umpteen adaptations over the years. Now comes a raucous stage production, complete with karaoke, in which five female servants take on all the roles, while offering biting insights. Written by Isobel McArthur, who co-directed the show with Simon Harvey, Pride & Prejudice* (*sort of) includes contemporary hit songs such as You’re So Vain, Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow and Smooth Operator, which work a treat. After premiering in Glasgow in 2018, it has arrived here fresh from a West End season. Reviewing it in Melbourne, Limelight described the show as “a remarkable balancing act of irreverence and respect for Austen’s classic”.

Limelight Editor’s Choice

Songs, silliness and sensibility.

Following its London triumph, where it won the Olivier Award for Best Comedy, Pride and Prejudice (sort of) is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen’s most iconic love story. Men, money and microphones will be fought over in this irreverent but affectionate adaptation where the stakes couldn’t be higher when it comes to romance.

This “smart, laugh out loud funny” (Daily Telegraph) show features a string of pop classics includingYoung Hearts Run Free, Will You Love Me Tomorrow and You’re So Vain.

Coming to Sydney for the first time, five fearless women bring Austen’s world of love, class and chaos to life. With heart, humour and unstoppable energy, they deliver a modern twist on one of the world’s most loved classics.