Sense & Sensibility
By Kate Hamill, based on the novel by Jane Austen
Off The Leash Theatre is delighted to announce one of its 2027 productions- Sense and Sensibility.
Following the success of our acclaimed productions of Yes, Prime Minister, The Full Monty, and Snatches, we are thrilled to bring Kate Hamill's witty, vibrant, and inventive adaptation of Jane Austen's beloved novel to the stage.
When the sudden death of their father leaves the Dashwood sisters financially vulnerable and socially adrift, sensible Elinor and passionate Marianne must navigate love, heartbreak, family expectations, and the strict social conventions of Georgian England. As fortunes rise and fall, the sisters discover that matters of the heart are rarely straightforward.
Full of humour, romance, theatrical flair, and unforgettable characters, Kate Hamill's celebrated adaptation breathes fresh life into Austen's classic story. Fast-paced, funny, and emotionally rich, Sense and Sensibility explores the tension between reason and emotion, asking what happens when society's expectations clash with our deepest desires.
This award-winning adaptation has delighted audiences around the world and has become one of the most popular modern interpretations of Austen's work.
At Off The Leash Theatre, we are passionate about bringing bold, engaging, and high-quality theatre to local audiences, and Sense and Sensibility promises to be no exception. With a talented cast, creative staging, and plenty of Off The Leash heart and humour, this production is set to be a highlight of our 2027 season.
Whether you're a devoted Jane Austen fan or discovering the Dashwood sisters for the first time, join us for an evening of laughter, love, heartbreak, and hope.
A fresh, funny, and moving adaptation of one of the greatest love stories ever written.
"Know your own happiness." – Jane Austen
BRASSED OFF
Set in the heart of a Yorkshire mining community during the 1990s, Brassed Off tells the inspiring story of a town fighting to hold on to its identity as the local colliery faces closure. At the centre of the story is the Grimley Colliery Brass Band, whose music becomes a symbol of hope, resilience, and community spirit during one of the most challenging times in its history.
Filled with unforgettable characters, sharp humour, heartfelt emotion, and stirring music, Brassed Off is a powerful celebration of friendship, determination, and the strength of ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances. As the band prepares for the National Brass Band Championships at the Royal Albert Hall, personal struggles and community hardships collide in a story that is as moving as it is uplifting.
Renowned for its emotional depth, laugh-out-loud moments, and iconic brass band score, Brassed Off has become a modern British classic that continues to resonate with audiences around the world.
In true Off The Leash Theatre style, audiences can expect an ambitious, imaginative, and heartfelt production that honours this much-loved story while bringing our own fresh energy and creativity to the stage.
How exactly are we planning to tackle the famous brass band?
Well... you'll just have to wait and see.
Heartwarming. Inspiring. Funny. Unforgettable.