The Importance of Being Oscar
Corn Exchange, Market Place, Newbury, RG14 5BD
The Importance of Being Oscar
Market Place, Newbury, RG14 5BD
Description
Oscar Wilde became an icon on his death. But the life he lived was far more dramatic than anything he ever wrote.
This funny and fiercely moving show, features a tour de force central performance from Alastair Whatley, hailed as ★★★★★ "truly magnificent…phenomenal to watch" (Theatre and Tonic).
Oscar, his rise and fall, his glory and his devastation, is conjured back to life through his own words and those of his fiercest champion, the fabled Irish writer Micheál Mac Liammóir.
Meet the man who lived and loved without compromise, whilst creating some of the most famous – and famously funny – plays still adored by millions today
Experience Oscar as you’ve never seen him before - real, raw, defiant. This legendary play helped redefine our attitudes and appreciation of a man whose life became his work of art and is returning for a limited UK tour ahead of a London run.
How To Get Your Tickets
1. Book your desired number of tickets and await an email from us confirming your order. This is NOT a ticket.
2. Await your e-ticket(s) from the venue - these may be delivered on the day of the event. Your e-ticket(s) will be sent to your contact email address.
3. Take your e-ticket(s) and show them on entry at the event. Ensure that you take personal ID with you or you may be turned away.
Pricing Information
• No further payment applies beyond the TFG booking fee
Additional Information
• Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes, including an interval
• For further event information, please visit here
Accessibility Information
• Please note: We recommend, where you have specific access requirements, bookings are made directly through the event organiser, however, we are here to assist where possible. Please get in touch with us prior to booking if you have access requirements. For accessibility information, please visit here
Key Terms of Sale
• Tickets are non-refundable / non-exchangeable
• Tickets cannot be resold or transferred
• The account holder must be in attendance at the event
These are the key terms. Full terms apply and are available here
Genre
Dates & times
Tuesday, 2 Jun 2026, 7:30pm - Wednesday, 3 Jun 2026, 9:30pm
Important information - please read
Oscar Wilde became an icon on his death. But the life he lived was far more dramatic than anything he ever wrote.
This funny and fiercely moving show, features a tour de force central performance from Alastair Whatley, hailed as ★★★★★ "truly magnificent…phenomenal to watch" (Theatre and Tonic).
Oscar, his rise and fall, his glory and his devastation, is conjured back to life through his own words and those of his fiercest champion, the fabled Irish writer Micheál Mac Liammóir.
Meet the man who lived and loved without compromise, whilst creating some of the most famous – and famously funny – plays still adored by millions today
Experience Oscar as you’ve never seen him before - real, raw, defiant. This legendary play helped redefine our attitudes and appreciation of a man whose life became his work of art and is returning for a limited UK tour ahead of a London run.
How To Get Your Tickets
1. Book your desired number of tickets and await an email from us confirming your order. This is NOT a ticket.
2. Await your e-ticket(s) from the venue - these may be delivered on the day of the event. Your e-ticket(s) will be sent to your contact email address.
3. Take your e-ticket(s) and show them on entry at the event. Ensure that you take personal ID with you or you may be turned away.
Pricing Information
• No further payment applies beyond the TFG booking fee
Additional Information
• Duration: 1 hour 50 minutes, including an interval
• For further event information, please visit here
Accessibility Information
• Please note: We recommend, where you have specific access requirements, bookings are made directly through the event organiser, however, we are here to assist where possible. Please get in touch with us prior to booking if you have access requirements. For accessibility information, please visit here
Key Terms of Sale
• Tickets are non-refundable / non-exchangeable
• Tickets cannot be resold or transferred
• The account holder must be in attendance at the event
These are the key terms. Full terms apply and are available here
Genre
Tickets
You may purchase a maximum of 4 tickets for this event.Location
Corn Exchange
Market Place
Newbury
RG14 5BD