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The Importance of Being Earnest
The National Theatre’s sold-out production of The Importance of Being Earnest transfers to the Noël Coward Theatre this Autumn, in a co-production with Sonia Friedman Productions.
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Directed by Max Webster (Donmar’s Macbeth; Life of Pi) this joyful and flamboyant reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s ‘glittering masterpiece’ (Telegraph), is a hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance.
Joining the previously announced Olly Alexander in the role of Algernon Moncrieff will be Nathan Stewart-Jarrett as Jack Worthing, Hugh Dennis as Reverend Canon Chasuble, Shobna Gulati as Miss Prism, Kitty Hawthorne as Gwendolen Fairfax, Jessica Whitehurst as Cecily Cardew, Hayley Carmichael as Merriman/Lane, and Stephen Fry as Lady Bracknell.
Being sensible can be excessively boring. At least Jack thinks so. While assuming the role of dutiful guardian in the country, he lets loose in town under a false identity.
Meanwhile, his friend Algy takes on a similar facade. Unfortunately, living a double life has its drawbacks, especially when it comes to love. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate.
Limited season begins 18 September.
As St Martin’s Lane will become a pedestrian only zone until 31 October – part of the Mayor of London’s Summer Streets initiative to boost al fresco dining across the capital - there will be no vehicle access to the Noël Coward Theatre between the hours of 11am and 11pm. Please allow extra time for your journey to the theatre or arrive early to soak up the atmosphere before the show. Access patrons who require vehicle entry in order to attend should email access@delfontmackintosh.co.uk.
The Importance of Being EarnestReviews
“A sparkling new production”
Daily Mail
“Effervescent, exuberant, and proudly loud”
Broadway World
“Oscar Wilde’s glittering masterpiece”
The Telegraph
“Wilde would be wild about this production”
Guardian
“A radical reinvention of a 19th century classic”
Evening Standard
‘Sublimely mischievous’
Time Out
The Importance of Being EarnestGroups Theatre Tickets
Discounts and Savings when booking as a group.
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Group (10+)
Stalls and Dress Circle reduced to £55. Valid Monday – Thursday evenings and matinee performances.
Exclusions: 27 Oct – 2 Nov 25 | 22 Dec 25 – 10 Jan 25
To book group tickets please Call Group sales on +44 (0)344 4825 100 or
The Importance of Being EarnestEducation Theatre Tickets
Discounts and Savings when booking for your school.
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School Groups (10+)
Grand Circle reduced to £25 plus 1 free teacher ticket with every 10 student tickets booked. Monday – Thursday evenings and matinee performances.
To book education tickets please. Call the Education sales on +44(0) 344 4825 100 or
The Importance of Being EarnestAccess Performance Dates
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Captioned Performance
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Signed Performance
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Audio Described Performance
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Signed Performance
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Audio Described Performance
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Captioned Performance
For further information or to discuss your visit to Noel Coward Theatre and check availability, please use the options below:
The Importance of Being EarnestHospitality
Champagne Package
Includes a Premium Seat, half a bottle of Champagne, a show programme, a souvenir brochure (where applicable) and a hospitality meet and greet service.
Call Hospitality on: +44(0)207 766 2112
VIP Package
Includes a Premium Seat, half a bottle of Champagne, a show programme, a souvenir brochure (where applicable), specially designated hospitality area, savoury canapés, your choice of drinks, and a theatre host.
Call Hospitality on: +44(0)207 766 2112