Oscar Wilde's classic comedy The Importance Of Being Earnest arrives at Cheltenham's Everyman Theatre this September 2026, uniting hit songs from today's artists with witty dialogue, plenty of drama and lively choreography.
In this hybrid theatre show, a cast of actor-musicians and a live band bring this historic 1895 play into the roaring 1920s, delivering glitz, glamour and jazzy modern music from RAYE, Lizzo and Madonna.
What can Cheltenham audiences expect from The Importance Of Being Earnest?
From production company OVO, this new spin on The Importance Of Being Earnest mixes Wilde's farcical words with music from the modern era and the art deco aesthetic of the roaring 20s.
Meet the original characters of Jack, Algernon, Gwendolen and Cecily in a vibrant new setting where the female characters take centre stage, flipping the traditional relationship dynamics of the play in an empowering new way.
Expect mistaken identity scandal and double life drama under the all important 'Ernest' pseudonym...
Adapted and directed by Adam Nichols, Everyman Theatre describes this playful adaptation as witty, romantic and razor-sharp.
When is The Importance Of Being Earnest on stage at the Everyman Theatre Cheltenham?
The Importance Of Being Earnest runs from Tuesday 8 September until Saturday 12 September 2026 at the Everyman Theatre in Cheltenham, with shows starting at 7.30pm each evening and matinee shows at 2pm on Thursday and Saturday.
How to book tickets for The Importance Of Being Earnest at the Everyman Theatre Cheltenham
For more information or to book tickets for The Importance Of Being Earnest, visit everymantheatre.org.uk.
