5 Reasons Why ‘The Importance of Being… Earnest?’ is a Must-See Interactive Comedy

Posted by 5thingstodotoday on 11/07/2023 in 5 Things To Do Today, theatre | Leave a comment

1. Unleashing the Unexpected: Say It Again, Sorry?’ is an uproarious twist on Oscar Wilde’s classic comedy brings a refreshing and unexpected element to the stage. With an impromptu casting of real audience members in lead roles and a chain of hilarious events, every performance offers a unique and unpredictable experience.
2. Critically Acclaimed Comedy: Praised by renowned publications and theatre critics, ‘The Importance of Being… Earnest?’ has received rave reviews for its interactive and uproariously funny approach. From The Skinny to Theatre Scotland, critics have hailed it as a comedic masterpiece that caters to theatre-goers of all experience levels.
3. Meticulous Logistics and Meritorious Audience Engagement: This innovative production marries meticulous planning with active audience participation. As more audience members step into the spotlight, the controlled madness ensues, creating an atmosphere where the line between performers and spectators blurs in the most hilarious ways.
4. A Fusion of Theatrical Styles: Drawing inspiration from successful shows like “The Play That Goes Wrong,” “Shit t-Faced Shakespeare,” and “Austentatious,” ‘The Importance of Being… Earnest?’ offers a unique blend of genuine spontaneity and carefully structured improvisation. It’s a comedic rollercoaster that keeps audiences laughing from start to finish.
5. Empowering Creative Expression: Say It Again, Sorry?’s vision goes beyond entertainment. Through their open-rehearsal initiative and the integration of the audience into the creative process, they aim to reconnect people with their inner artists. By actively involving the audience as collaborators and decision-makers, they inspire a sense of ownership and encourage creative expression in everybody.

Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this extraordinary theatre experience. ‘The Importance of Being… Earnest?’ has captivated audiences with its interactive brilliance, comedic genius, and the sheer joy of participating in the unexpected. Join the tour, embrace the laughter, and witness firsthand why this show has become a sensation across the UK theatre scene.

LISTINGS (eight more locations to be announced)

2023

August 23

2^nd – 27^th Aug Pleasance Theatre, Edinburgh

SEPTEMBER 23

21^st – 23^rd Sept: Palace Theatre, Southend-On-Sea 

28^th -30^th Sept: Corby Cube, Corby 

OCTOBER 23

4^th -7th Oct Theatre Clwyd, Mold, Wales 

12^th – 14^th Oct Beck Theatre, Hayes 

November 23

2^nd – 4^th Nov Coventry Belgrade, Coventry

9^th – 12^th Nov New Theatre Royal, Portsmouth 

16^th – 17^th Nov The Grand Theatre, Blackpool. (Booking link to come)

18^th Nov Victoria Theatre, Halifax 

24^th – 26^th Nov Lyceum Theatre, Crewe 

30^th Nov – 2^nd Dec The Haymarket, Basingstoke 

2024

January 24

18^th -20^th Jan MAST Mayflower Studios, Southampton 

25^th 27^th Jan Harlequin Theatre, Redhill. (Booking link to come)

February 24

2^nd – 4^th Feb Queen’s Theatre, Barnstaple. (Booking link to come) 

16^th -18^th Feb Key Theatre, Peterborough 

22^nd -24^th Feb The Courtyard, Hereford 

28^th Feb -1^st March Wyvern Theatre , Swindon 

March 24

8^th – 10^th March The Customs House, South Shields (Booking link to come) 

14^th -16^th March Northcott Theatre, Exeter (Booking link to come) 

21^st -23^rd March March Swansea Grand Theatre, Swansea, Wales (Booking link to come) 

April 24 

5^th -7^th April The Plaza, Stockport (Booking link to come) 

11^th -13^th April Gatehouse Theatre, Stafford (Booking link to come) 

18^th -20^th April Mercury Theatre, Colchester (Booking link to come) 

25^th – 26^th April Corn Exchange, Newbury (Booking link to come) 

27^th April Dorking Halls, Dorking (Booking link to come) 

May 24 

10^th -11^th May Camberley Theatre, Camberley (Booking link to come) 

17^th -19^th May Darlington Hippodrome, Darlington

24^th -25^th May Palace Theatre, Redditch 

26^th May St Helens Theatre Royal, Saint Helens 

30^th May Palace Theatre, Mansfield (Booking link to come) 

June 24

6^th – 8^th June Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds (Booking link to come) 

14^th – 16^th June The Capitol, Horsham (Booking link to come)

22nd – 23rd June Gordon Craig Theatre, Stevenage (Booking link to come)

27^th – 29^th June The Garrick, Lichfield (Booking link to come) 

July 24

1^st – 2^nd July Theatre Royal, Dumfries (Booking link to come) 

4^th – 5^th July The Tivoli Theatre, Aberdeen