Rachel Parris: Introducing Mrs Collins

26 Apr 2026

Doors open 13:00

Alexandra Palace Theatre

Join acclaimed comedian, musician, actress, author, and Radio 4 regular, Rachel Parris as she discusses her latest novel, Introducing Mrs Collins – the perfect Austen fix for modern readers.

Released to celebrate the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth, this heartfelt and witty sequel brings Charlotte Lucas, the sensible friend from Pride and Prejudice to centre stage. Practical to a fault, Charlotte accepted Mr Collins’s proposal with clear eyes, trading passion for security. But everything changes when an unexpected guest arrives at nearby Rosing’s Park. Whatever will Elizabeth Bennet think?

For anyone who ever suspected there was more to Charlotte Lucas, Rachel Parris reveals the story you’ve been waiting for

Age recommendation 14+

North London Book Festival

‘Warm witty and wise.’

RICHARD OSMAN 

‘Hilarious, wise and heartbreaking.’

SARA PASCOE

‘The perfect Austen fix. Delightful, beguiling and accomplished!’

 

JANICE HALLETT

‘Parris has achieved a remarkable feat… Jane would be very amused indeed.’

CARIAD LLOYD

‘Funny, then suddenly deep, then deeply romantic. A marvellous and mighty literary magic trick. Rather like the work of another author I love, born 250 years ago.’

RICHARD CURTIS
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Rachel Parris: Introducing Mrs Collins

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‘Warm witty and wise.’

RICHARD OSMAN 

‘Hilarious, wise and heartbreaking.’

SARA PASCOE

‘The perfect Austen fix. Delightful, beguiling and accomplished!’

 

JANICE HALLETT

‘Parris has achieved a remarkable feat… Jane would be very amused indeed.’

CARIAD LLOYD

‘Funny, then suddenly deep, then deeply romantic. A marvellous and mighty literary magic trick. Rather like the work of another author I love, born 250 years ago.’

RICHARD CURTIS
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