The importance of being Earnest

Wilde, Oscar 1854-1900 (Author).

Summary: "Oscar Wilde's madcap farce about mistaken identities, secret engagements, and lovers' entanglements still delights more than a century after its 1895 publication and premiere performance. The rapid-fire wit and eccentric characters of The Importance of Being Earnest have made it a current social commentary for decades. Cecily Cardew and Gwendolen Fairfax are both in love with the same mythical suitor. Jack Worthing has wooed Gewndolen as Ernest, while Algernon has also posed as Ernest to win the heart of Jack's ward, Cecily. When all four arrive at Jack's country home on the same weekend the "rivals" fight for Ernest's undivided attention, and the "Ernests" try to claim their beloveds. Pandemonium breaks loose, and only a senile nursemaid and an old, discarded hand-bag can save the day. This is a wonderful play by one of the greatest writers of his time."

Record details

ISBN: 9781405892032
Physical Description: sound recording (CD)
2 sound discs (120 min.) : digital ; 4 3/4 inch disc.
Publisher: St. Paul, MN : Highbridge Audio, p1997.

Content descriptions

General Note:	2 audio compact discs in 1 container.
Restrictions on Access Note:	FOR USE WITH A CD-AUDIO PLAYER
Participant or Performer Note:	Presented with a full-cast performance.