The Importance of Being Earnest – A Hilarious Comedy of Manners and Mistaken Identities
Boston Playgoers are back with their spring production of the Oscar Wilde classic The Importance of Being Earnest. A fantastic comedy play, tickets are available via the Blackfriars Theatre, Boston box office or via this link.
Dive into the dazzling world of Victorian high society with Oscar Wilde’s “The Importance of Being Earnest”, a witty and satirical masterpiece that turns social norms on their head. Filled with sharp dialogue, absurd situations, and unforgettable characters, this play is a timeless delight that proves there’s nothing more important than being earnest—or is there?
Jack Worthing and Algernon Moncrieff have a secret: each leads a double life to escape the confines of societal expectations. But when love enters the picture, their deceptions spiral into chaos, complete with mistaken identities, outrageous revelations, and plenty of cucumber sandwiches. Wilde’s sparkling humor and razor-sharp observations make this comedy a joyful critique of love, marriage, and the ridiculousness of social conventions.