THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
by Oscar Wilde
directed by Kate Berry
JUNE 28 – SEPT 8
MAINSTAGE THEATRE
A classic comedy of manners…
The most renowned of Oscar Wilde’s comedies tells the story of two bachelors, John ‘Jack’ Worthing and Algernon ‘Algy’ Moncrieff, who create alter egos named Ernest to escape their tiresome lives. They attempt to win the hearts of Gwendolyn and Cecily, two women who, conveniently, claim to only love men called Ernest. The pair become tangled in a tale of deception, disguise and misadventure. This classic comedy of manners pokes fun at Victorian sensibilities with some of the best loved characters to be found on the modern stage. Our production features Christy Brandt as Lady Bracknell and Annie Butler as Miss Prism.
Classic, Comedy, Farce, Romance
Content Advisory
Recommended for ages 8+
Includes some major Victorian shade.
Please see CRT’s complete list of Content Advisories for additional information.
ASL interpreted Performance
Sunday, July 14 @ 7pm
During ASL–interpreted performances, American Sign Language interpreters are located near the stage. Patrons using this service will be seated in an area that gives the best sight lines to follow both the interpretation and the action on stage. One signed performance will be offered for each CRT production July 13-14.
Seating in the designated area (denoted by an ear icon) may be purchased online, through boxoffice@creederep.com, or by calling the box office at (719) 658-2540 (voice).