The Importance of Being Earnest: A Trivial Comedy for Serious People


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ClassGraphic One of Oscar Wilde's most enduringly popular plays, “The Importance of Being Earnest,” lampoons Victorian etiquette and standards. Its high farce and witty dialogue have helped make this play a perennial favorite for more than 100 years. Participants will learn about Oscar Wilde, study the play, examine social conventions of late Victorian London, discuss marriage and class struggles, identify farcical moments, evaluate honesty, and debate the proper amount of sugar in one’s tea. Additionally, we will plan an optional visit to Contemporary Theater Company in Wakefield, RI to see a production of the play.
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Class Details

6 Session(s)
Weekly - Wed

Location
OLLI

Instructor
Kara Marziali 

 

Notice

Please read:  Required Text: The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde

Optional: Group ticket to see The Importance of Being Earnest at Contemporary Theater Company in Wakefield, RI on Saturday August 8, at 7 pm. Those who wish to attend will pay OLLI after the first class session.

Tuition: 

$55.00

Registration Closes On
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 @ 12:00 AM

Schedule Information

Date(s) Class Days Times Location Instructor(s) Instructional Method
7/8/2026 - 8/12/2026 Weekly - Wed 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Kingston, OLLI  Map Kara Marziali  ClassRoom

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