The Importance of Being Earnest

The play is one of the top five in popularity in the history of US theater and has been widely acclaimed on several continents. The play has been called “ a trivial comedy for serious people.” It was written by Oscar Wilde and first performed in 1895 in London. It is a farcical comedy in which the protagonists maintain fictitious personae to escape burdensome social obligations. It’s high farce and witty dialogue have helped make the play Wilde’s most enduringly popular play.