Rebel Readings

Jane Austen was a wide and voracious reader all her life, enjoying both pulp fiction and high-end literature alike.

Many of the books she most enjoyed were by women who were both fashionable and popular in their day, but who are largely overlooked today.

In this lively session, actors Hollie Hales and Charlotte Warner will present readings by some of these inspiring women – from Frances Burney and Maria Edgeworth to Charlotte Smith and Ann Radcliffe.

Through these works we’ll enjoy some of the works that inspired Jane’s own writing, and her literary journey.

After the performance, visit our exhibition ‘Jane Austen and the Art of Writing’ to see some of the works on display.

Details:
Date: Saturday 24 January 2026
Performance times: 1.30pm – 2.30pm OR 3.15pm – 4.15pm
Location: This event is at Jane Austen’s House in Chawton.
Tickets: £19.50
Book here: https://janeaustens.house/events/rebel-readings/

💐 This event is part of our Pride and Prejudice Festival, 24-28 January 2026

You may also like the following events from Jane Austen's House:

• This Friday, 28th November, 05:00 pm, Twilight Tour: A Regency Christmas in Liss
• Next Tuesday, 2nd December, 11:00 am, Sewing Circle in Liss
• Next month, 12th December, 11:00 am, Objects in Focus: Jane Austen Through the Ages in Liss

Also check out other Arts events in Liss, Literary Art events in Liss, Festivals in Liss.