The Importance of Being Earnest is a comic play by Oscar Wilde that engages themes such as marriage, class, social expectations, and the lifestyles of the English upper class. The play focuses on two men, Algernon and Jack, who both impersonate other men, in order to either impress or escape criticism. The play is witty, satirical and humorous and is aimed at mocking the snobbery.of high society and emphasizing the importance of being......earnest! (sincere).
Verdict: Suitable for study at Junior Level. Does not contain any objectionable material.
I saw this play performed as a student at third level and loved it. Fast-paced, funny, silly and clever all at once. Good to see this included on the prescribed list.
Hilary D.parent, Co.Wexford