Promise & Promiscuity: A New Musical by Jane Austen & Penny Ashton	Matthew Harvey - Auckland, New Zealand  http://hotpink.co.nz/promise-and-promiscuity/	V.1 - John Hirsch Mainstage
	Ashton's beloved Austen musical returns as sparkly as ever. Join Elspeth as she battles literary snobs and her mother's nerves, armed only with a blushing countenance and being quite bright. You know... for a girl. In this hilarious, one-(freakishly talented)-woman show, Penny tackles all of Austen's characters with song, dance and appalling cross-stitching. Best Theatre, Week Three Adelaide "Catch Promise & Promiscuity... Lots of fun. Thank me later." - Colin Mochrie 5 STARS - CBC 4 1/2 STARS - Wpg Free Press 4 STARS - Scotsman' Cast: Penny Ashton Director: Workshop Ben Crowder	Show Info: 75 Mins minutes Genre: Musical Audience: Parental Guidance Mild innuendo	Wed July 15 7:45 PM Fri July 17 2:30 PM Sat July 18 12:45 PM Tue July 21 8:30 PM Wed July 22 4:15 PM Thu July 23 2:45 PM Sat July 25 10:15 PM Sun July 26 1:00 PM

Promise & Promiscuity: A New Musical by Jane Austen & Penny Ashton

Matthew Harvey—John Hirsch Mainstage

Leaving the theatre, I heard two men commenting on how much they loved the show and surprised at how professional she seemed. You’re right blokes, that’s because she’s exactly that! Penny brings back many fond memories of early Fringes, where her talent was an important part of forming these; along with other Fringe pros.

Beautiful vocals, charming and often hilarious choreography and excellent and distinct portrayals of various interesting characters delivered with the oomph of a true trooper. I couldn’t believe that seventy five minutes had flown by. So lovely to see you again Penny! Thank you!

Lisa Campbell

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