THE IMPORTANCE OF
BEING OSCAR
Presented by special arrangement with the Edwards- macLíammóir Estate
ABOUT THE PRODUCTION
The life and works of Oscar Wilde are told in this captivating one-man show originally written and performed by Micheál macLíammóir. Featuring extracts from The Picture of Dorian Gray to The Importance of Being Earnest and De Profundis to The Ballad of Reading Gaol, all woven together in a wonderful narrative filled with humour.
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The Importance of Being Oscar is a beautiful tribute from one Irish artist to another that displays moments of outstanding wit and is extremely moving.
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Performed by Conn Artists very own Artistic Director, Ross Muir, and directed by Mitch Jenkins.
CAST
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Performer.........................................................................Ross Muir
CREATIVE
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Director......................................................................Mitch Jenkins
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Designer.....................................................................Laura Kimber
Production Manager /
Lighting Design........................................................Matthew Pike
Hair & Make-Up / ASM........................................Jessica Barthel
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PRESS QUOTES to view full reviews please visit our reaction page.
“Muir’s performance was a tour de force that kept his audience mesmerised . . . For many the highlight was Muir’s emotive telling of The Ballad of Reading Gaol.”
(The Argus, Brighton)
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IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
PRESS PHOTOS - Credit Karen Baker
PRODUCTION PHOTOS - Credit Karen Baker
