“The Importance of Being Earnest” is a comedic play, written by the celebrated Irish author Oscar Wilde (1854-1900). The play is a satirical representation of Victorian society and the lengths a group of friends would go to avoid social responsibilities and obligations. Wilde always had a way with words but “The Importance of Being Earnest” shows us an author on top of his game, where every witty remark was perfectly crafted, where every turn of phrase was just right and ripe with comedic timing. Among all of his plays, “The Importance of Being Earnest” remains a truly timeless classic and his most famous work for the stage.