The Importance Of Being Earnest Tickets

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The set design was fabulous. Stephen Fry was wonderful. All the actors were strong. However, I didn't like many of the additional changes. For example the wearing underwear in scenes (didn't get it) the implications that the young men were very camp and bi sexual didn't work with the actual script, the jokes about the steep bank and the teenager lying with her legs in the air - I just didn't find funny or necessary. Some of the flourishes added were, however, very funny and I really liked them, but other times it fell flat or was over done. Also the pumping modern music in the interim, didn't get that either - although I did like the fact there was music. There was amazing music from that time which I would have preferred. Anyway, not my favourite product of this masterpiece which was a shame as it had great attributes and a good cast.

J Reviewed on 23 December 2025 by Juliet
United Kingdom

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An energetic performance which was fun and left us all smiling and in a great mood. Stephen Fry was outstanding: he commanded the stage, but in a non-showy way. He gave a powerful and nuanced performance and I totally believed his character was a waspish bossy old woman. Most of the other actors were way less impressive: they seemed to think shouting and leaping about was the best way to make an impact. It detracted from the brilliant text and in parts was very jarring.

C Reviewed on 23 December 2025 by Charlotte
United Kingdom

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W Reviewed on 20 December 2025 by Walter
United Kingdom

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This was quite a gay take on a gorgeous classic . Olly was great, Stephen fry was the best, loved the costumes especially at the end! The bar was quite chaotic, tiny!

S Reviewed on 20 December 2025 by Sandra
United Kingdom

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Bizarre acting and weird exaggerated voices

G Reviewed on 19 December 2025 by Gillian
United Kingdom

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Creative slant on traditional Wilde,play.

M Reviewed on 19 December 2025 by Michael
United Kingdom

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Funny, great actors, simple but good scenografi,

E Reviewed on 18 December 2025 by Erick
Norway

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J Reviewed on 15 December 2025 by Josephine
United Kingdom

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T Reviewed on 10 December 2025 by Tracy
United Kingdom

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First half a bit OTT, detracting somewhat from the genius script. Still great acting, with some modern references and full of energy. The second half came to life, with wit shining through. Lovely theatre, a real old London one, staff welcoming and a comfy seat!

C Reviewed on 05 December 2025 by Chris
United Kingdom

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L Reviewed on 02 December 2025 by Liliane
Belgium

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Great cast and amazing chemistry between the characters. Wonderful humour and subtle sub contexts which will not offend even the more sensitive theatre goer The second half picked up some momentum and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience Aircon blowing on the backs of our necks was a little uncomfortable!

D Reviewed on 30 November 2025 by Dilla
Monaco

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This was a brilliant and funny play, fantastic actors, great costumes and theatre seats were comfortable and roomy, five stars for everything!

S Reviewed on 30 November 2025 by Stephanie
United Kingdom

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W Reviewed on 24 November 2025 by Wim
United Kingdom

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this was a great show…acting was fabulous. Loved the twists and turns and especially the humour. A must see!

N Reviewed on 21 November 2025 by Nancy
Canada

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A Reviewed on 15 November 2025 by Alessia
United Kingdom

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E Reviewed on 15 November 2025 by Emma
United Kingdom

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J Reviewed on 13 November 2025 by Julia
France

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K Reviewed on 12 November 2025 by Katherine
United States Of America

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Great experience and a thoroughly enjoyable evening made better by having read the book. However my daughter who was with me found the story easy to follow

A Reviewed on 11 November 2025 by Alison
United Kingdom

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A great evening of comedy, quick white and modern inserts. The show did not let us down with amazing acting and performances.

M Reviewed on 10 November 2025 by Matthew
United Kingdom

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Brilliant acting, witty script and fabulous costumes and staging.

H Reviewed on 09 November 2025 by Helen
United Kingdom

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Voice projection did vary though no problem hearing the sonorous Lady Bracknell as Stephen Fry. My Acting stars above reflect somewhat on the campness of the production. Pantomime season has not started yet, this is Wilde, who was as the audience fully appreciate gay albeit not the epithet applied at the time. Acting straight can ironically highlight the language more than winking, nudging and gyrating, just short of winking at the front row. But on the whole highly recommended just as Wilde wrote it to be enjoyed.

M Reviewed on 08 November 2025 by Melvin
United Kingdom

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F Reviewed on 07 November 2025 by Fiona
United Kingdom

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M Reviewed on 07 November 2025 by Michael
United Kingdom

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Oscar Wilde's The Importance of Being Ernest remains a timeless classic and this production captured its wit, charm, and humour with great success. The casting was particularly strong - each actor seemed perfectly suited to their role, bringing Wilde's sharp dialogue and eccentric characters to life. The performance struck the right balance between elegance and absurdity. The cast handled Wilde's sophisticated comedy with confidence and style, ensuring that every quip and misunderstanding landed perfectly with the audience.

S Reviewed on 03 November 2025 by Sharon
United Kingdom

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Stephen Fry was magnificent and well supported by the other cast members. My only reservation is that some of the original wit was lost to unnecessary slapstick. But the set, costumes and otherwise droll delivery made up for that.

S Reviewed on 03 November 2025 by Stephanie
Australia

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M Reviewed on 02 November 2025 by Marilyn
Australia

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A joyous evening , filled with laughter, couldn’t fault any of the cast , it was a lovely treat, best play I have seen for ages . The casting was pure genius if you get a chance to go then do , you won’t be disappointed .

J Reviewed on 31 October 2025 by Jane
United Kingdom

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Over-acted and therefore not funny

J Reviewed on 29 October 2025 by Jonathan
United Kingdom

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Makes no sense, when Algenon is set up as gay, that he fall in love with Cecily. Seemed way over-cooked except for Lady Bracknell, who I thought was well done without being over the top. “In a handbag” was well done.

P Reviewed on 28 October 2025 by Penelope
United Kingdom

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Brilliantly acted!

P Reviewed on 28 October 2025 by Patricia
United Kingdom

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M Reviewed on 25 October 2025 by Michael
United Kingdom

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G Reviewed on 23 October 2025 by Gill
United Kingdom

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J Reviewed on 22 October 2025 by Jessica
United States Of America

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While the whole cast shined, Stephen Fry and Olly Alexander really lit up the stage in their roles. We laughed throughout the play. This is a must see production.

D Reviewed on 21 October 2025 by Donald
United States Of America

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Loved the show. Even if you don’t know the story it soon becomes clear. The pace starts slowly and then by act 2 we’re on full throttle. The supporting cast are fabulous as are the main of course. If you want to smile all night go see this show

M Reviewed on 21 October 2025 by Michele
United Kingdom

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A tremendously entertaining show, very modern and up-to-date, with a great sense of fun together with British tradition

D Reviewed on 18 October 2025 by Doran
United Kingdom

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Well acted by the whole cast, great story, great comedy, great costumes and beautiful theatre

V Reviewed on 18 October 2025 by Vivien
United Kingdom

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An amazing interpretation of a classic play. The acting, staging and lighting were all first class.

M Reviewed on 16 October 2025 by Mike
United Kingdom

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V Reviewed on 15 October 2025 by Vicky
United Kingdom

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I loved the show which was funny and amusing from the very first scene. The plot was faithful to the original and yet up-to-date. He presence of Stephen Fry as Lady Bracknell added star quality. Happily, the cast matched his bravado and comic delivery exactly.

C Reviewed on 12 October 2025 by Charles
Belgium

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I had some reservations that the dialogue might be hard for non-native English speakers in the audience to keep up with. Nevertheless, it proved to be an exceptionally engaging and lucid performance.

E Reviewed on 11 October 2025 by Erik
Norway

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J Reviewed on 09 October 2025 by Javier
United Kingdom

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A joyful celebration of diversity!

S Reviewed on 09 October 2025 by Susan
United Kingdom

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M Reviewed on 09 October 2025 by Margaret
United Kingdom

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O Reviewed on 07 October 2025 by Orly
Israel

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Introduces modern upbeat music, high camp and 21st century sexual innuendo, but it is Oscar Wilde's dialogue that gets the real laughs, well delivered by the actors. Non-speaking role of doddering servant gets the laughs too, well played, and maybe distracts from the main plot. Bright lively colours for the costumes and sets, lots of well-choreographed movement around the stage. Well worth seeing.

S Reviewed on 06 October 2025 by Susan
United Kingdom

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Brilliant acting in this show - great voices clearly heard and fun side communication with audience. We laughed a lot! Loved this take on the play.

A Reviewed on 05 October 2025 by Andrea
New Zealand

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Wonderful play. Worth travelling from Canada to see this. And Stephen Fry is always brilliant, just like O Wilde was.

A Reviewed on 02 October 2025 by Aida
Canada

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D Reviewed on 01 October 2025 by David
Canada

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Excellent performance for all the family.

J Reviewed on 30 September 2025 by Joanne
United Kingdom

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Great show but still can’t figure out what the into and curtain call sections were all about, was e petting th3 TellyTubbies to come on! For the rest of the play it’s funny and entertaining.

D Reviewed on 29 September 2025 by Dale
United Kingdom

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M Reviewed on 29 September 2025 by Mark
United Kingdom

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I hope that I am not a purist for Oscar Wilde but I think the play is fairly specific for the time that it was written and I didn't find the approach taken very appealing. For me the nuances of character got lost in the declamatory style of the actors.

C Reviewed on 29 September 2025 by Christine
United Kingdom

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E Reviewed on 28 September 2025 by Emma
United Kingdom

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I loved the show. A great adaptation of the original. Funny, fast and furious. Younger theatre goers might find it useful to familiarise themselves with the story.

L Reviewed on 27 September 2025 by Lyn
United Kingdom

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Loved this play told an old iconic story with a modern touch. Thoroughly entertained. Olly Alexander is amazing and Stephen Fry fitted the part so well.

S Reviewed on 25 September 2025 by Susan
United Kingdom

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I was not sure how i would find this romp of a take on 'The Importance of Being Earnest' but in the end I loved it. Its strongest actors are just wonderful. I had two quibbles - but not everyone would agree of course. (1) The girls are not grand enough - diction and timing poor: they are not going to make it as Aunt Augustas in later life. (2) And I thought Miss Prism was a disaster - not nearly old, staid and sniffy enough to be a good foil for everyone else.

G Reviewed on 25 September 2025 by Gill
United Kingdom

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A creative quirky twist on a classic with great acting from the whole cast. Bridgerton vibes that combine gender fluidity with Wildes timeless commentary on marriage. The finale is a treat! We loved it.

G Reviewed on 24 September 2025 by Georgina
United Kingdom

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Absolutely superb performance by the whole cast, it was very entertaining.

L Reviewed on 23 September 2025 by Lesley
United Kingdom

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B Reviewed on 21 September 2025 by Barbara
United Kingdom

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Stunning interpretation of this classic! Excellent cast, set and costumes ..... just the pick me up I needed! Thank you so much!

F Reviewed on 19 September 2025 by Fiona
United Kingdom

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Loved it! Great acting, cast, comedy, sets, costumes. First time I fully understood this play! Loved the modern touches.

S Reviewed on 19 September 2025 by Sara
United Kingdom

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G Reviewed on 18 September 2025 by Gopalakrishnan
United Kingdom

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O Reviewed on 18 September 2025 by Olga
United Arab Emirates

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G Reviewed on 18 September 2025 by Gillian
United Kingdom

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M Reviewed on 18 November 2015 by Mark
United Kingdom

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S Reviewed on 11 November 2015 by Stephen
United Kingdom

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M Reviewed on 11 November 2015 by Michael
United States

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M Reviewed on 09 November 2015 by Mairi
United Kingdom

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Excellent acting

J Reviewed on 30 October 2015 by Jacqueline
United Kingdom

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Great story, very clever and amusing, excellent acting by everyone. A really great night out. Jim Reeve

J Reviewed on 21 October 2015 by James
United Kingdom

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Nothing to write home about

G Reviewed on 20 October 2015 by Graham
United Kingdom

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Entertaining and wonderful acting.

F Reviewed on 16 October 2015 by Frederick
United Kingdom

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Excellent show, really enjoyed it, acting was extremely good, laughed out loud, so funny, would recommend it to anyone

K Reviewed on 05 October 2015 by Kathleen
United Kingdom

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C Reviewed on 03 October 2015 by Carolyn
United Kingdom

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Couldn't attend due to illness, no cancellation policy, so wasted money

L Reviewed on 03 October 2015 by Lee
United Kingdom

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We very much enjoyed the show. It was a very good production of a play I have seen many times before. All the actors & actresses were excellent. It has good sets. For anyone who likes this sort of theatre I recommend that you go and see it.

C Reviewed on 01 October 2015 by Colin
United Kingdom

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The world is blessed to have David Suchet! And the whole cast are just sooooo fabulous! My husband in Norway gave me a plane ticket to go to London to see the show! as a birthday present! Even though we have given everything we own away, he said it is a must before leaving the planet earth! Best evening ever! (next to loving each other.....) Best regards Karen

K Reviewed on 27 September 2015 by Karen Hume
Norway

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L Reviewed on 26 September 2015 by Lucyna
United Kingdom

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I am a great fan of this play and this was the first time I had seen it performed live. Loved David Suchet as Lady Bracknell and miss Prism was perfect. A lovely time at the vaudeville theatre

S Reviewed on 25 September 2015 by Stacey
Australia

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We enjoyed the show but the actors were talking very fast. If I had not known the play I would have found it difficult to follow. Also Cecily's little girl voice was irritating. The scenery sets were fantastic

R Reviewed on 24 September 2015 by Ronald
United Kingdom

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A great show. A great cast. David Suchet was as god in a female role, as in every male roles he has played. No less admirations for the rest of the cast. Amazingly talented actors, passionately performing a classical text, bringing something new in Wild's play. If you want to feel good, to laugh from heart, to see something greatly and masterly made - I recomend that it is IMPORTANT to see The Importance of Being Earnest. Alexander Angelov

A Reviewed on 19 September 2015 by Alexander
Norway

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E Reviewed on 16 September 2015 by Ellena
United Kingdom

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Z Reviewed on 15 September 2015 by Zaskia
United Kingdom

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F Reviewed on 13 September 2015 by Flavia
United Kingdom

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F Reviewed on 06 September 2015 by Fiona
United Kingdom

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R Reviewed on 05 September 2015 by Rebecca
United States

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A Reviewed on 04 September 2015 by Alex
United States

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We loved this show, an absolute ensemble piece, but the standouts were Cicely and Algernon, brilliant to watch even when they weren't the focus of the scene, i'd recommend it to anyone who wants a laugh

S Reviewed on 03 September 2015 by Shelley
United Kingdom

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T Reviewed on 01 September 2015 by Taru
United Kingdom

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Forget his wonderful TV performances, David Suchet's stage presence is gargantuan. Having seen him on stage before, I knew what to expect, but this was absolutely terrific. These period pieces are sometimes difficult to find the humour in, not so this adaptation, I didn't realise how funny this play is. The (in the main) young cast must revel in the chance to 'up their game' competing against an old 'pro' like Suchet. From the Robert Downey Jnr lookalike, Philip Cumbus to another veteran, Michelle Dotrice, the cast gelled very nicely together. A wonderful experience, especially as it was a birthday treat for my Wife and me. Many thanks to those who brought it into being and those who performed it.

P Reviewed on 24 August 2015 by Paul
United Kingdom

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E Reviewed on 23 August 2015 by Emily
United Kingdom

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M Reviewed on 20 August 2015 by Michael
United Kingdom

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E Reviewed on 09 August 2015 by Eduardo
United Kingdom

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David Suchet was excellent, supporting cast not so good

S Reviewed on 29 July 2015 by Susan
United Kingdom

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The play is taken to another level of enjoyment when the actors are so superb. Suchet is of course brilliant, but the rest of the cast gave insightful and witty interpretations.

C Reviewed on 25 July 2015 by Claire
United Kingdom

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D Reviewed on 24 July 2015 by Dominique
Singapore

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The show was great fun to watch and the three set designs were quite impressive and really help to set the scene. The plot was very easy to follow and it was amusing watching the story unravel on stage

H Reviewed on 20 July 2015 by Henry
United Kingdom