For one night on 18 October 2026, Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel comes to Bournemouth Pavilion. The long-running show has a company of comic improvisers dream up a brand-new, wholly invented Jane Austen novel on the spot, sparked by a title the audience suggests.
Inside the show
Staged as though it were a lost Austen novel, the show combines Regency romance, drama and sharp wit with the excitement of live improvisation. With nothing scripted, no two performances turn out alike, and the cast build each story entirely in the moment. The venue confirms the finer points, so it's worth checking the Pavilion's official listing closer to the date.
Getting to the Pavilion
Bournemouth Pavilion, a handsome art deco theatre just above the Lower Gardens, sits a short stroll from the pier, the beach and the town centre, with plenty nearby for a meal or drink beforehand. Booking runs through the venue's official listing, which also lists the most current times, prices and any age guidance.
Dates & times
- 18 October 2026