Aldeburgh Summer Theatre - The Importance of Being Earnest

The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde
Aldeburgh Jubilee Hall
20th July to 26th July 2026Described by the author as, A Trivial Comedy for Serious People, Wildes genre-crossing masterpiece of Romcom meets Satire has everything. Starting with lightest-touch, highbrow wit, it moves through thwarted romance to true love, by way of mistaken-identity impostor-farce.
Chosen as ACTs tribute production to the life and work of our late patron, Jill Freud, it embodies her wise advice, comedies are twice as funny when they have a big heart.Running time approximately 2hrs with interval.
Tickets 18 or 24 depending on location.
Evenings Monday to Saturday at 7:30pm and Matinees at 4pm on Thursdays and Saturdays.
(For further information, disabled access, or group bookings please call 01728 343344.)Suitable for all ages - we look forward to welcoming you.
Please allow sufficient time to arrive and park, there may be road closures or diversions.
Also at Southwold Arts Centre Wednesday 29th July to Saturday 1st August and Wednesday 5th to Saturday 8th August. (No shows at Southwold Arts Centre on Sundays, Mondays or Tuesdays).