An Ideal Husband Tickets
Opens 7th May
Political, public and private personas are all at odds in this bold new staging of Wilde’s witty, enduringly relevant comic melodrama.
An Ideal Husband in London!
This vibrant new production of Oscar Wilde’s enduring and hilarious play, An Ideal Husband, comes to the Lyric Hammersmith in West London. This comedic melodrama about reputation and blackmail is as relevant as ever, and this brand new production by Lyric Associate Nicholai La Barrie showcases Wilde’s witty word-play and exploration of the dark underbelly of politics and public personas in a bold new staging. Secure your tickets today!
What is the play An Ideal Husband about?
“Questions are never indiscreet. Answers sometimes are.”
Politician Sir Robert Chiltern is on the rise. A man of impeccable taste, he appears to have it all - a loving wife, magnificent clothes, a wonderful house and most importantly, a spotless reputation. That is, until the meddling Lady Cheverley enters the scene. An old school rival of Robert’s wife, and the widow of one of Robert’s old colleagues, Lady Cheverley has a long-held grudge, a flair for the dramatic and a whole load of secrets ready to spill. With the threat of scandal on the horizon, just how far will Robert go to keep his reputation unblemished?
An Ideal Husband first premiered in 1895 at the Theatre Royal Haymarket. The show was critically acclaimed and continues to be popular today. It has since received many revivals and adaptations, with notable productions including the 2018 Vaudeville Theatre staging starring Father-son duo Edward and Freddie Fox, and the 1999 film adaptation starring Julianne Moore, Cate Blanchett and Rupert Everett.
Who are the cast of An Ideal Husband?
Fingers crossed for an “ideal” cast - casting for this production is to be announced.
Who are the creative team of An Ideal Husband?
The Lyric’s Associate Director Nicholai La Barrie directs. La Barrie is a British writer, actor and director. Previously, La Barrie was a MOBO fellow and a resident director on Tina - The Tina Turner Musical. His credits include Two Strangers (Carry a Cake Across New York) in the West End, Romeo and Juliet at the Royal Exchange, Manchester, and God of Carnage at the Lyric Hammersmith.
An Ideal Husband is written by Oscar Wilde (1854 -1900). Wilde was an Irish author, poet, and playwright, often regarded as a key figure in the aestheticism movement. Wilde is widely considered to be one of the most well-known and greatest writers of the Victorian Era, best known for his witty word-play and satirical epigrams. Wilde’s most famous works include his plays The Importance of Being Earnest, Salome, Lady Windermere's Fan and A Woman of No Importance, and his Gothic horror novel The Picture of Dorian Gray.
Book Tickets for An Ideal Husband at Lyric Hammersmith Today!
Corruption, blackmail and societal expectations collide in this exhilarating new staging of one of Wilde’s wittiest and most beloved plays. Don’t miss this fresh new take on the classic comedy of manners from one of London’s hottest up-and-coming directors. Secure your tickets for An Ideal Husband at the Lyric Hammersmith today!
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is An Ideal Husband playing in London?
An Ideal Husband is playing at the Lyric Hammersmith, Lyric Square, King Street, London, W6 0QL.
What is the age recommendation for An Ideal Husband?
An Ideal Husband is best for age 12+.
Can I buy tickets for An Ideal Husband at the box office?
Yes you can buy from the Lyric Hammersmith box office where you will pay the face value ticket price, sometimes with a small booking fee. Search on SeatPlan to get the best prices and deals in one search.
What is the refund / cancellation policy?
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