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Sunset Series: The Importance of Being Earnest

Everybody loves Ernest. In fact, Cecily and Gwendolen are both engaged to Ernest. The only trouble is, he doesn’t exist. Or does he…?

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Best friends Jack and Algy have both created alter-egos to win the affections of their beloveds; but when will they stop being Ernest and start being, well, earnest?

Wilde’s comic masterpiece gets The Pantaloons treatment in their anarchic take on the classic comedy of manners. This energetic and musical production from the critically acclaimed company infuses Wilde’s witty words with snappy new songs and frantically funny physical theatre to give this perennially popular play a hilarious contemporary twist!

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Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult £15.00
Child £9.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 01223206000

Suitability

This activity is suitable for the whole family.

Meeting point

Visitor welcome centre.

What to bring and wear

This performance is outside, please dress appropriately for the weather and bring your own chairs or blankets to sit on.

Contact info

Wimpole Estate Office

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