Written by Oscar Wilde
Directed by Max Webster
FILM SCREENING
Experience the best of London theatre at The Everyman with this film screening of the National Theatre’s recent production of Oscar Wilde’s The Importance of Being Earnest.
This new screening follows a sold-out screening of The Playboy of The Western World in October 2026.
Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who, Sex Education) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy.
While assuming the role of a dutiful guardian in the country, Jack lets loose in town under a false identity. Meanwhile, his friend Algy adopts a similar facade. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate.
Max Webster (Life of Pi) directs this hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance, filmed live on stage from the National Theatre in London.
★★★★★ “a flawless piece of comic theatre” – Broadway World
★★★★★ “a sparkling new production … that’s fiercely faithful to Wilde’s wickedly subversive spirit” – Daily Mail
★★★★★ “fun, fabulous and fiery, it’s a hoot” – London Theatre
★★★★ “Ncuti Gatwa leads a Wilde party of irresistible anarchic charm” – The Guardian
★★★★ “a bold and brash Wilde reboot” – The Times
★★★★ “a pure blast” – Time Out
★★★★ “immensely enjoyable, delivered with irrepressible, infectious glee” – Financial Times
Playwright Oscar Wilde
Director Max Webster
Cast includes Sharon D Clarke, Ncuti Gatwa, Eliza Scanlen and Hugh Skinner
Screening schedule
Tue 23 Feb, 7.30pm
Tickets
€15.50
Running time
2 hr 50 min, plus interval
Age recommendation
Suitable for all ages but please consult the content guidance below
Content guidance
Please note that this filmed production contains strong language and suggestive content