Experience Jane Austen as you've never seen her: her voice, her music, her world. Featuring actor Nina Wadia OBE, soprano Claire Booth and Andrew Matthews‑Owen on piano, this open‑air performance blends her letters with music by Handel, Mozart, Beethoven and more, all set in the magical surroundings of Wakehurst at dusk.
Get your tickets for Mansion Concerts: A celebration of Jane Austen in words & music!
✒️ Jane Austen's world through her own words
Script by Christine Croshaw
Featuring Beethoven, Mozart, Schubert, and music from The Beautiful Cassandra
Enjoy food on‑site or bring your own picnic before the performance
Choose from 3 seating options (unreseved seating)
After hours access to Kew Wakehurst
Full bar with botanical cocktails, Pimm's and Prosecco
♿ Accessibility: the venue is wheelchair accessible
Parking included
Member discounts
| Season (10 July 2026) |
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