“Scandals used to lend charm to a man –  now they crush him.”

In An Ideal Husband, by Oscar Wilde, fate catches up to Government Minister Sir Robert Chiltern when a mysterious woman produces a letter which reveals a past misdeed and a choice must be made between public scandal and the private shame of his wife. This Oscar Wilde work is a perfect mix of Wilde wit and intrigue. The Shaw Festival Theatre presents the social satire written by Oscar Wilde during his time at Goring on Thames. With An Ideal Husband, Oscar Wilde wanted to ensure he would enjoy public fame, and he was an advocate of making plays accessible to the public.  Patrons of the Shaw Festival theatre in Niagara will love this adaptation of a comedic classic by Oscar Wilde

“My favourite Wilde play – where virtually every character is revealed to be not at all what they seem. A delicious puzzle to unravel for actors and audience alike.” JM

This play is recommended for ages 13+.

Running time is approximately 2 1/2 hours including one intermission

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