Theatre: Persuasion - Ashley

St Mary's Church, Ashley, Hampshire

Jane Austen comes to Ashley! Come and see this magical production.

Anne Elliott is persuaded to reject Frederick Wentworth by her family and friends but when the Elliott's circumstances alter and Wentworth returns 8 years later, as a commended naval officer no less, old sparks are rekindled… But can either be convinced to give love a second chance?

Too many characters and not enough actors will see this much-loved Austen novel brought to life in a comedic and potentially hat-astrophic production. In a similarly choreographed, character-swapping style to our critically acclaimed productions of The Importance of Being Earnest (2018), The Three Musketeers (2020) and A Comedy of Errors (2022), audiences will love this truly unique adaptation!

NOTE: This event is in the Castle Grounds next to St Mary's Church, Ashley

Written by Jane Austen

Adapted by Ethan Taylor

Directed by Sarah Slator

Music by Simon Stallard

Tickets are £15 for adults and £10 for children.

Purchase tickets online here: Persuasion at The Castle Grounds, Ashley | This Is My Theatre/TIMT

This is an open-air performance so please bring chairs/blankets and picnics to enjoy whilst watching. We will perform in all but the very worst weather!

Please note that, given the nature of the venues we visit and the charities we work with, tickets to this event are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you are unable to attend a performance we are happy for tickets to be placed under another name/given to another party.

Running time: Approximately 85 minutes

Critics have said of our previous hat-astrophic adaptations:

"A gem of a production… Energetic, ingenious and thoughtful drama!" (Brighton Source on The Comedy of Errors)

"Artfully designed and cleverly executed… a total joy!" (Living Magazines on The Three Musketeers)

Please bring your picnics and picnic blankets!