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The Importance of Being Earnest

Reading Abbey Ruins, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 3BA
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Performed in the open air at Reading Abbey Ruins, in the shadow of the gaol in which Wilde was imprisoned, the most renowned of Oscar Wilde's comedies. It's the story of two bachelors, John 'Jack' Worthing and Algernon 'Algy' Moncrieff, who create alter egos named Ernest to escape their tiresome lives.

They attempt to win the hearts of two women who, conveniently, claim to only love men called Ernest. The pair struggle to keep up with their own stories and become tangled in a tale of deception, disguise and misadventure.

The elaborate plot ridicules Victorian sensibilities with some of the best-loved characters in theatre.

See readingopenair.com for more information on the show and venue, including times, directions and what to bring.

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Opening Times

Season (17 July 2024 - 27 July 2024)
DayTimes
Monday - Sunday19:30 - 22:00

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