The Importance of Being Earnest Show Poster

The Importance of Being Earnest Tickets

In The Importance of Being Earnest, dashing men-about-town John Worthing and Algernon Moncrieff pursue fair ladies Gwendolen Fairfax and Cecily Cardew. Matters are complicated by the imaginary characters invented by both men to cover their on-the-sly activities—not to mention the disapproval of Gwendolen’s mother, the formidable Lady Bracknell. 

This show is closed.

Performances ended on Jun. 26, 2011.

News & Features
About
Video & Photos
Venue
Story
Cast & Creative

About The Importance of Being Earnest on Broadway

Previews: Dec 20, 2010 • Opening: Jan 13, 2011 • Closing: Jun 26, 2011
Broadway Plays Classics Comedy 2011 Tony Winners
My Tickets
Your seats are always together. Bring your family and friends.
Unobstructed view. You'll have a clear view of the stage.
No worries. We provide quick returns if a show closes or cancels a performance.
Have questions? Talk to our expert customer service team.

Video & Photos

Venue

Todd Haimes Theatre Todd Haimes Theatre
227 West 42nd Street
New York, NY 10036
Hearing Assistance
Assisted listening devices available. Infrared headsets are free to check out at coatcheck with a photo ID.
Wheelchair Access
The Orchestra and Rear Mezzanine are accessible.
Elevators and Escalators
Elevators are available to all levels of the theater.
More Theater Information

Story

In The Importance of Being Earnest, dashing men-about-town John Worthing and Algernon Moncrieff pursue fair ladies Gwendolen Fairfax and Cecily Cardew. Matters are complicated by the imaginary characters invented by both men to cover their on-the-sly activities—not to mention the disapproval of Gwendolen’s mother, the formidable Lady Bracknell. 

Cast & Creative

Cast

Brian Bedford
Lady Bracknell
Brian Murray
Reverend Chasuble
Algernon Moncrieff
Jack Worthing
Tim MacDonald
Merriman
Paul O'Brien
Lane
Jessie Austrian
Gwendolyn Fairfax
Charlotte Parry
Cecily Cardew

Creative

Written by
Oscar Wilde
Director
Brian Bedford
Set and Costume Designer
Desmond Heeley
Lighting Designer
Duane Schuler
Sound Designer
Drew Levy
Back to Top