National Theatre Live:
The Importance of Being Earnest
NT Live Encore Screening at Theatre Porto – get tickets
Date Friday 28th February 2025, 2pm & 7pm
Certificate 12A| Find Out More

by Oscar Wilde
directed by Max Webster
Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy.
While assuming the role of a 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 carefully navigate.
Max Webster (Life of Pi) directs this hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance, filmed live from the National Theatre in London.
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This production has been rated a 12A certificate by the BBFC
TICKET PRICES
Standard – Adult Ticket (25+) £12
Young Person (Under 25) £10
Concession by conscience £10
Please note all seating is standard, un-reserved bench and back-rest seating (lovely cushions are provided).
ACCESS
Running time Approx. 2 hours and 45 mins including one 20 min interval
Booking information
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Please note all seating is standard, un-reserved bench and back-rest seating (lovely cushions are provided).
- Standard – Adult Ticket (25+) £12
- Young Person (Under 25) £10
- Concession by conscience £10