The Watsons
by Laura Wade
directed by Rebecca Dallaway
produced by The Dulwich Players
What happens when the writer loses the plot?
Emma Watson is nineteen and new in town. She and her sisters must marry, fast. If not, they face poverty, spinsterhood, or worse: an eternity with their boorish brother and his awful wife.
Luckily there are plenty of potential suitors to dance with, even if some are far from suitable. So far so familiar. But there’s a problem: Jane Austen didn’t finish the story. Who will write Emma’s happy ending now?
Based on her incomplete novel, this sparklingly witty play looks under the bonnet of Jane Austen and asks: what can characters do when their author abandons them?
The Watsons by Laura Wade was first performed at The Chichester Festival Theatre, directed by Samuel West, on 8th November 2018.
This amateur production of The Watsons is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk
PLEASE NOTE: this production is now sold out.
Press for previous productions
‘What a fab fun show! A fabulous performance from the cast and a great script make for a brilliant evening!’ Theatre Reviews on Jo And Sam Find Themselves In Woking
‘The charm, warmth and chemistry between the actors themselves under the expert direction of Katherine Reilly makes the whole thing an utterly beguiling delight.’ The Peg on Jo And Sam Find Themselves In Woking
‘An altogether admirable hour of theatre, both inspirational and engaging.’ London Pub Theatres on Empty in Angel
‘Informative, entertaining and awesome… A must see! Thrifty Theatre on Empty in Angel
‘This quirky new show is a joy to watch. The actors’ presence and chemistry is delightful and the ending really puts a smile on your face.’ Theatre and Other Things on Jo And Sam Find Themselves In Woking
‘An array of characters all nimbly and brilliantly played… The script is clever and fast-paced with flashes of razor-sharp comedy.’ Camden New Journal on Empty in Angel
Dates and Tickets
Wednesday 24th to Saturday 27th April 2024 at 7:30pm
Saturday matinee: Saturday 27th April at 3pm
Tickets: £15, £13 conc; suitable for 10+.
This production is now SOLD OUT.
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There is no charge for online bookings.
Phone: 0333 666 3366
Telephone reservations have a £1.80 booking fee.
Our concessionary price tickets are for: full-time students, over 65s, registered unwaged, under 18s and Equity Members. Please bring proof of status.
Running time: Two hours fifteen minutes, including a fifteen minute interval
Please note: this is an amateur production, suitable for ages 10+. There is some swearing in the play.
Creative Team
The Watsons
Written by Laura Wade
Directed by Rebecca Dallaway
Produced by The Dulwich Players
Cast
to be announced shortly
Your Visit
The box office on-site opens at 7.15 pm for the checking-in of pre-booked tickets, to seat you early and to minimise queues. Please arrive in good time to be seated for the 7.30 pm start.
LATECOMERS WILL NOT BE ADMITTED
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There is strictly no photography or recording of any kind permitted in the theatre.
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