If you’ve ever wondered what Jane Austen might have written after three glasses of wine and a complete disregard for planning, Dundee audiences are about to find out.

The award-winning comedy phenomenon Austentatious arrives at the Whitehall Theatre on Monday 29 June 2026, bringing with it a unique blend of quick-fire improvisation, Regency-era charm, and the sort of wit that has made it a long-running West End favourite.

Unlike a traditional theatre production, no one not even the performers themselves knows what story will unfold on the night.

The audience supplies the title of a brand-new Jane Austen novel, and from there the cast creates an entirely original comedy performance on the spot. Think Pride and Prejudice meets Whose Line Is It Anyway?, complete with period costumes, live music, unexpected plot twists, and enough awkward romance to keep even Mr Darcy entertained.

A West End Favourite Comes to Dundee

Since first appearing in London, Austentatious has built a devoted following across the UK, earning critical acclaim and attracting audiences far beyond Austen enthusiasts.

The rotating cast features some of Britain’s most recognisable comedy performers, with appearances from stars whose credits include QI, Live at the Apollo, The Mash Report, Inside No.9, After Life, and numerous BBC Radio productions.

Performers joining the Austentatious company include:

• Cariad Lloyd (QI, Inside No.9, Griefcast)
• Rachel Parris (The Mash Report, Live at the Apollo)
• Joseph Morpurgo (BBC Radio 4, Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee)
• Graham Dickson (After Life, The Witchfinder)

Each performance is completely different, which means audiences in Dundee will witness a show that has never been seen before and will never be repeated again.

Why Audiences Love It

Part of Austentatious’ appeal lies in its unpredictability.

One evening may feature a scandalous inheritance dispute involving a mysterious duke and three identical cousins. Another might revolve around a dramatic misunderstanding at a countryside ball. The only certainty is that the cast somehow manages to transform audience suggestions into a surprisingly convincing Austen-style story while generating plenty of laughs along the way.

Critics have been equally enthusiastic.

The Times described the show as:

“Ridiculously silly… wickedly funny” ★★★★★

While The Guardian called it:

“A joy to behold” ★★★★

A Perfect Summer Night Out in Dundee

As Dundee’s summer events calendar continues to grow, Austentatious offers something a little different from the usual festival and concert line-up.

Whether you’re a lifelong Jane Austen fan, a comedy lover, or simply looking for an entertaining evening at one of the city’s most beloved theatres, this is a show that combines sharp improvisation with a healthy dose of Regency absurdity.

And if you’ve never seen improvised theatre before, there’s something genuinely impressive about watching a cast create an entire story from scratch in front of a live audience.

It’s clever, chaotic, and delightfully unpredictable.

Rather like British society in Austen’s day, really.

Event Details

Austentatious: An Improvised Jane Austen Novel
📍 Whitehall Theatre, Dundee
📅 Monday 29 June 2026
🎟 Tickets available via the Whitehall Theatre box office and at:
www.mintofmontrose.com

For more information, visit:
www.austentatiousimpro.com