Proven creative team
An award-winning writer with an established touring track record.
For theatres & programmers
Jane Eyre
A recognised classic. A sweeping original score. A production built to engage audiences and communities.
The production
Brontë’s Gothic masterpiece, brought vividly to life.
Anne Dalton’s musical adaptation combines powerful music, rich storytelling and striking visual staging.
Drama, humour, romance and large ensemble numbers culminate in the sweeping finale Life Can Be Beautiful. Greg Last’s orchestral arrangements move from dramatic company pieces to intimate romantic ballads.
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A compelling proposition
Why theatres book this production
Recognisable title
A much-loved literary classic with immediate awareness.
Broad appeal
Drama, romance and music for cross-generational audiences.
Education market
Strong relevance for Victorian studies and English Literature.
Local engagement
Casting opportunities build community interest and publicity.
Production value
Full-scale musical theatre with memorable visual storytelling.
The world on stage
From the Red Room to Thornfield Hall.
Scenic gauzes transform the stage through Jane’s many worlds, while atmospheric lighting and sound heighten the Gothic drama.
- The Red Room
- Gateshead
- Lowood Institution
- Thornfield Hall
- The Moors
- Marsh Side School
Audience development
Built for more than one market.
A familiar story, freshly experienced.
- Fans of Charlotte Brontë’s novel
- Musical theatre audiences
- Gothic romance enthusiasts
Meaningful school engagement.
- Victorian studies
- GCSE English Literature
- Further education and universities
Cast & community engagement
Local talent becomes part of the story.
Selected young and ensemble roles create valuable community engagement, press interest and pre-show publicity.
About the writer
Anne Dalton
Anne is an award-winning composer, lyricist, director and producer whose work spans decades of musical theatre. Her Benny won the International Quest for New Musicals.
Read Anne’s story →Productions staged at
- Liverpool Empire
- Floral Pavilion
- Theatre Royal St Helens
- Malvern Theatre
- Stockport Plaza
- Rhyl Pavilion
- Southport Theatre
Programming conversation
- Production availability
- Venue suitability
- Technical requirements
- Community engagement
- Audition opportunities
For theatres & presenting partners
Could Jane Eyre find its next home on your stage?
Talk to ABD Productions about availability, venue requirements and community casting.
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