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Cinematic Screening of Oscar Wilde's 'The Importance of Being Earnest'

Published January 2, 2026, 10:21
Cinematic Screening of Oscar Wilde's 'The Importance of Being Earnest'

Nicosia For Art, in collaboration with National Theatre Live, presents the cinematic version of Oscar Wilde's play 'The Importance of Being Earnest', directed by Max Webster, at the Nicosia Municipal Theatre on Thursday, January 8, 2026. The performance is a modern and original adaptation of Wilde's most famous comedy, full of humor, sarcasm, and romance. The story focuses on Jack and Algy, two men who use false identities to impress the women they love. Their efforts lead to a complex web of lies that they must manage carefully. The performance has received excellent reviews, with newspapers such as Broadway World, The Times, Time Out, The Guardian, The Daily Mail, London Theatre, and The Financial Times praising it for its originality, humor, and faithfulness to the spirit of Wilde. National Theatre Live aims to bring world-class theatre to as many people as possible by screening successful theatrical productions in cinemas around the world. This performance is part of that effort, offering a unique theatrical experience to the audience in Nicosia.