National Theatre Live: The Importance of Being Earnest
Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema
Sat, Jul 19 1:30pm - 4:15pm
Sharon D. Clarke and Ncuti Gatwa star in Oscar Wilde’s hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance.
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Three-time Olivier Award winner Sharon D. Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who, Sex Education, Barbie) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy. While assuming the role of dutiful guardian in the country, Jack lets loose in town under a false identity. Meanwhile, his friend Algy adopts a similar facade. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must navigate with great care. Max Webster (Life of Pi) directs the hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance, filmed live at the National Theatre in London.







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