Sense and Sensibility: A May Day Cabaret

Ring in the spring with a collection of songs from Grace O’Keefe (Summoning Sondheim, Bad Teacher) and Thomas F. Arnold’s (The House of Edgar) new musical adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic romance, Sense and Sensibility. Be amongst the first to hear material from this show before its premiere as part of BYMT’s 2025 Summer Season.

When the patriarch of the Dashwood family dies, his sensible daughter, Elinor, has to shoulder the responsibility of caring for her mother and impulsive sister, Marianne. While searching for a new home, Elinor meets and falls in love with the charming and reliable Edward Ferrars. But with Marianne chasing a rogue, Willoughby, can Elinor afford a marriage that won’t guarantee the security of her family?

Praise for Summoning Sondheim:
‘With its perfect blend of silliness, heart, and musical theatre worship, “Summoning Sondheim” is a must-see’ – London Theatre Reviews ★★★★★
‘a musical theatre dream’ – The Reviews Hub ★★★★ ½

Praise for The House of Edgar:
“Brilliantly original” – Essential Surrey
“Arnold is a promising young composer…definitely one to watch.” – Adventures in Theatreland, ★★★★★