“Generally brisk and without a hint of the camp that often accompanies Earnest, the staging gives the abundant epigrams of Oscar Wilde their full due, in no small part thanks to several terrific performances. This play is a satire that functions within Victorian social customs in order to criticize the very institutions it depicts. Chasuble to be christened myself at 5.30, and I naturally will take the name of Ernest. I made arrangements this morning with Dr. My dear fellow, the sooner you give up that nonsense the better. Chasuble to be christened at a quarter to six under the name of Ernest. Things start to go awry when they end up together in the country, and their deceptions are discovered – threatening to spoil their romantic pursuits. Besides I have just made arrangements with Dr. Algy Montcrieff decides to take the name ‘Earnest’ when visiting Worthing’s young and beautiful ward, Cecily at the country manor. Jack Worthing has invented a brother, Earnest, who he uses as an excuse to leave his dull country life behind to visit the ravishing Gwendolen. Two young gentlemen living in 1890’s England have taken to bending the truth in order to put some excitement into their lives. Drama Desk Nom., “Best Actress” – Melissa Errico, The Importance of Being Earnest
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