Description

In The Importance of Being Earnest, A Trivial Comedy for Serious People , our main characters Algernon and Jack are tired of social obligations and have decided to lead a double life instead. However, nothing is simple when it comes to keeping secrets and several fates get entangled with the men s questionable endeavours. This late-19th-century play by Oscar Wilde is considered a satire of its time, offering a critique of Victorian institutions, such as marriage. The play has seen numerous radio, film, opera and musical adaptations. These include the 1992 film The Importance of Being Earnest , starring Reese Witherspoon and Colin Firth. Hear the classic as read by B.J. Harrison.