"The Importance of Being Earnest," a farcical comedy by playwright Oscar Wilde, premiered at London's St. James Theatre in 1895. Due to a notorious scandal and Oscar Wilde's ensuing legal problems, it closed after 81 performances. He was not able to publish the play until several years later while living in Paris. The play became […]
SOURCE: Maryland Theatre Guide at 10:37AM on May 13, 2024