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Oscar Wilde's witty and scathing social satire about political scandal and high society returns to the stage.

4.6 34 reviews from 34 verified reviews

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An Ideal Husband in London

In this witty, clever comedy by Oscar Wilde, government minister Sir Robert Chiltern has everything a man of high society could ask for: big house, expensive clothes, immaculate reputation, loving wife. But everything flips upside down when the devious Mrs Cheveley arrives, with secrets to spill and a thirst for drama. Her revelations threaten to destroy Robert's good name and upend everything he's worked for. How far will he go to protect everything he holds dear? Find out in this deliciously witty and deviously tricksy play, packed with twists and turns and delightfully dramatic character dynamics.

Directed by the Lyric's Associate Director Nicholai La Barrie (Aladdin, God of Carnage, Jack and the Beanstalk), An Ideal Husband is one of Wilde's most popular plays: packed with scandal, political corruption, and blackmail, and told through Wilde's trademark wit and with a scathing commentary on high society. This bold new adaptation brings the darkly witty play to life for a modern audience.

Biting wit, social satire, and unforgettably eccentric characters - what more could you want from an Oscar Wilde classic? Book now and don't miss An Ideal Husband.

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An Ideal Husband Ticket Information

Booking until:

Saturday, 6 June 2026
Running time:

2hr 15min. Incl. 1 interval.
Age restrictions
Ages 14+.
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An Ideal Husband reviews

4.6 out of 5 34 reviews

What to expect:

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Recommended for:
Couples (88%)
Theatregoers (91%)

Latest customer reviews

All reviews are from customers who have been invited to leave a review just after seeing An Ideal Husband.

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Great show

Fantastic show, great comedy and wonderful performance from the entire cast.

E Reviewed on 07 June 2026 by Evelyn
United Kingdom

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Wonderful 5* performance

A Reviewed on 03 June 2026 by Apinke
United Kingdom

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Interesting adaptation

M Reviewed on 30 May 2026 by Mirja
Finland

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wonderful show

Great venue and wonderful story and the caste did it justice.

S Reviewed on 30 May 2026 by Suzie
United Kingdom

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Brilliant

S Reviewed on 26 May 2026 by Sylvia
United Kingdom

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Top Notch

Brilliant acting, great storyline, so the 2hrs zipped by

D Reviewed on 24 May 2026 by Danny
United Kingdom

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A good Experience

S Reviewed on 20 May 2026 by Shav
United Kingdom

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A disappointment

People were leaving the show, won't blame them. It was no good, very dull.

J Reviewed on 17 May 2026 by Juha
Finland

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Ideal play

recently watched An Ideal Husband and it was absolutely fabulous. The story was engaging from start to finish, full of wit, drama, and humour. The acting from the entire cast was excellent, with each performer bringing their character to life brilliantly. The production was entertaining, well-paced, and thoroughly enjoyable. A wonderful performance that I would highly recommend.

B Reviewed on 16 May 2026 by Beverley
United Kingdom

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It was a brilliant choice to set this Wilde classic in a more modern time with a cast of black actors, but it proved to render Wilde’s writing both timeless and universal. Wilde’s clever and humorous lines had new life breathed into them by this cast of very gifted actors. There were three in our group; two men and a woman from different generations and tastes in comedy, but we were unanimous in our love of the play and the presentation. When we got home the message to the others was, “You have to go! You will love it!” I would say the same to anyone!

J Reviewed on 16 May 2026 by J Peter
United Kingdom

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Must see!!!

C Reviewed on 14 May 2026 by Cathryn
United Kingdom

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Do not miss this superb production!

Upbeat fabulous version of An Ideal Husband. Really like the addition of dancing and music. The acting is topnotch. Clever stages. Best play I have seen in years.

G Reviewed on 12 May 2026 by Gwendy
Canada

Please note the reviews below are from an old production of An Ideal Husband.

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Another excellent production of a great play

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D Reviewed on 18 July 2018 by Daryl
United Kingdom

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Witty wonderment

D Reviewed on 10 June 2018 by Deborah
United Kingdom

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Worst part of night was the 19th century seating and a rude staff member. He should remember who is paying his wages

A Reviewed on 09 June 2018 by Adrian
Australia

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Funny, brilliant acting, lovely story line , loved the cast diversity

A Reviewed on 05 June 2018 by Ada
United Kingdom

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Brilliant

A Reviewed on 03 June 2018 by Andriana
United Kingdom

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Classic

The story was very good, funny and very well played. I had to pay an extra attention though because the dialogs were not very well heard in upper circle. The overall experience was good.

M Reviewed on 02 June 2018 by Mario
Slovak Republic

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A wonderful evening

S Reviewed on 02 June 2018 by Sarah
United Kingdom

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We left in break.

Boring to bones.

D Reviewed on 22 May 2018 by Dorota
Poland

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funny, entertaining and moorish!

C Reviewed on 15 May 2018 by Catherine
United Kingdom

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Superb

C Reviewed on 08 May 2018 by Claire
United Kingdom

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Miner group

A good,the one -liners were handled well. Mabel's part was miscast,needed an actress with more experience

C Reviewed on 03 May 2018 by Colin
United Kingdom

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A worthwhile visit

J Reviewed on 02 May 2018 by John
United Kingdom

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Fabulous

Brilliant acting.

K Reviewed on 02 May 2018 by Karen
United Kingdom

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Good night out

Lovely show, beautiful dresses and great acting. I did think the first 30 mins was a bit slow but then it got really interesting and pulled you in. Freddie Fox was funny and amusing. Frances Barber played MRS Cheavley you felt sorry for her then you hated her. It was lovely to see Susan Hampshire and Sally, Edward and Nathaniel played the parts of the upper crust Lords and Lady's very well, you felt there turmoil and there was some witty one liners.

S Reviewed on 27 April 2018 by Sharon
United Kingdom

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An absolute delight from start to finish

B Reviewed on 26 April 2018 by Brenda
Australia