Fake names, real feelings, and plenty of tea to spill. Jack and Algernon invent alter egos to escape their duties, but get tangled in a mess including mistaken identities, romantic entanglements, and two extremely judgmental butlers. Wilde’s razor-sharp wit skewers social conventions as Victorian etiquette turns into pure comedic chaos.
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Tony Awards and Nominations for The Importance of Being Earnest
| Year | Category | |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Best Revival of a Play |
Ages: Age recommendation: 12 and up
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