Reviews of The Importance of Being Earnest

“The rare work of art that achieves perfection on its own terms.” - The New York Times

“Brilliant, inventive, witty and--when performed--absolutely hilarious” - ThoughtCo

“Its sharp, witty lines are still quoted to this day” - Out All Day: New Orleans

“endlessly funny comedy” - The New York Times

"I laughed from the moment the first actor stepped on stage until the standing ovation at the end!"

"I appreciated how the adaptation leaned in to the subtext and double meanings that Oscar Wilde wrote into the original text. I think Oscar Wilde would have appreciated this adaptation and production if he could have seen it. The acting was superb, and I especially enjoyed the character Lane/Merriman for their between scene comedy and comedic timing throughout the show."

"This was a fun take on the original story. My husband and I really enjoyed it!"

"I haven't laughed this hard in a while! Loved the queer spin on it. The costumes, pauses, acting and everything was INCREDIBLE!"

"A campy showcase of a classic comedy. Fun. Whimsical. Fast-paced. A gay romp, in every sense of the expression. Don't miss this one!"

“(Playwright Kamilah Bush) has found a way to help us appreciate what Wilde did in his day while also sparking delight in what we can enjoy in a context that will make room for more of the color and spice and even hysterics that come with fuller expression of love and identity.” - Darleen Ortega, Oregon ArtsWatch

"Visually, the production is a triumph... The show succeeds in delivering Wilde's signature wit alongside a valuable message about moral hypocrisy — those quickest to judge others often conceal the most scandalous secrets. And [Kamilah] Bush's adaptation thoughtfully examines who holds the power to define social rules around propriety and desire." - Krista Garver, Broadway World

"Honestly, the show is worth seeing for the costumes alone. But then there's the stage magic, much of it seemingly created by the wave of a hand from Darius Pierce... The entire ensemble of cast and crew are to be congratulated on a successful creation of joy and delight." - Sandra de Helen, Shoutout