The 250th anniversary of Bath's favourite writer is celebrated in fitting style with a new stage adaptation of Jane Austen's comedy of manners, Emma. The historic Theatre Royal Bath is the perfect setting to launch this new tour as the Georgian splendour of the city encapsulates the backdrop for many of Austen's characters and stories. Book Tickets 40 Gay Street, Bath, England, BA1 2NT Centre Opening Hours: Spring (5 Apr- 31 June) Daily 10am - 5.30pm Summer (1 July- 21 Sept) Daily 9.45 - 6.00pm Autumn (22 Sept - 2 Nov) Daily 10am - 5.30pm Winter (3 Nov- 4 Apr) Sun - Fri 10am - 4:30pm, Sat 10am - 5:30pm Last entry to exhibition 1 hour before closing time.
Image: The Pump Room Restaurant 7. Take a trip to the theatre For a more obscure Jane Austen experience, book a tour around the original Theatre Royal, where Jane Austen would have watched Sarah Siddons, one of the finest actresses of the era, perform. And, if you share Jane's passion for the theatre, be sure to visit the Theatre Royal Bath.
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A new stage adaptation of Jane Austen's classic novel Emma is heading out on tour this year. Produced by Theatre Royal Bath, the tour coincides with this year's 250th anniversary celebrations of the birth of Jane Austen, one of Britain's most famous novelists. Key Points Bath will be at the heart of global Austen250 celebrations throughout 2025, with events running from spring through to December.
Visitors can experience Austen's world through guided tours, Regency balls, theatre, exhibitions, and family-friendly activities. The Jane Austen Festival in September will be the highlight of the year, featuring promenades, performances, and costumed. Theatre Royal Bath Productions celebrates the 250th anniversary of Bath's most beloved author with a sparkling new stage adaptation of Jane Austen's Emma.
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Adapted by Ryan Craig and directed by Stephen Unwin, this witty comedy of manners launches at the historic Theatre Royal Bath from 11 to 20 September 2025, before embarking on a national. Bath celebrates Jane Austen's 250th anniversary with various events, including festivals, themed balls, exhibitions, and immersive tours, highlighting her connection to the city. The 250th anniversary of Bath's favourite writer is celebrated in fitting style with a new stage adaptation of Jane Austen's comedy of manners, Emma.
As Jackie Herring, Director of the Jane Austen Festival once said to me: "The Reverend George Austen, supporting women in death as he did in life." The Old Theatre, Bath To understand Bath's influence on Austen is to understand the frivolity and precariousness of society, its elegance and façade, the gossip and the performance. For an introduction to Jane Austen's time in Bath, head to The Jane Austen Centre. This informative museum starts with a live presentation by one of the centre's experts, followed by a walk.
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