Emma Reviews

MD Theatre Guide- Highly Recommended

"...Everyman Theatre is wrapping up its stellar 35th season (and the tenure of beloved Founding Artistic Director, Vincent M. Lancisi) with laughter. This version of “Emma,” based on Jane Austen’s 1815 novel, is adapted by Kate Hamill with her signature feminist spin and humor (the company mounted a fantastic production of Hamill’s “Sense and Sensibility” in 2022). Austen’s book has been made into a series and several memorable films, among them the 1995 film, “Clueless” (bringing the story completely into that time period); the handsome, star-studded 1996 version with Gwyneth Paltrow; and the more recent, acclaimed 2020 film starring Anya Taylor-Joy as Emma."

Theatre Bloom- Highly Recommended

"...You can’t control everything, Emma! But isn’t it fun to watch her try!? Yes! Yes it is! And far more than fun— it’s practically a divertissement of the most jubilant nature; it’s a rather uproarious, madcap enjoyment! Emma, the Jane Austen classic— as recently adapted by Kate Hamill for maximum rom-com tomfoolery— is situating itself onto the Everyman Theatre main stage as the final production of the 2025/2026 season. Directed by Laura Kepley, this zinging delight of a reimagined rom-com is a perfect burst of giggles set in the adored Regency realm and will give you a heartfelt splendid evening of humorous theatrical endeavors."

DC Theater Arts- Highly Recommended

"...All in all, Everyman’s Emma is a beautifully mounted, terrifically funny production that will easily entertain those who have never read Jane Austen. For those who have but are not too strict in their devotion — Austen was always the first to laugh at herself, after all — it can provide many laughs at its deviations from the original, while even adding new perspectives."