Oscar Wilde's classic was Edinburgh Rep's third production in it's 2026 programme. Camp, audacious and perhaps a little silly, it was a true joy to work on.

'The Importance of Being Earnest' played to sell out audiences at the Georgian House 27th - 28th March and 4th April, alongside two livestreams.

Adjusting to heels and corsets was a fun challenge.

Getting to say the iconic 'A handbag?' line as well? What a treat!

CAST
KYLE PATON as Jack Worthing
SAMUEL MARTIN as Algernon Moncrief
COLBY SCOTT as Cecily Cardew
BETH ELTRINGHAM as Gwendolen Fairfax
FINLAY ALLAN as Lady Bracknell
OLIVER GIGGINS as Lane/Miss Prism
CHARLOTTE PURDIE as Sister Chasuble
KERRYL ERSKINE as Maid/Merryman

Photo credit to Madison Erin Turner (Instagram @underamaddaysun) and Megan Jarvie (Instagram @fromthemindofmeg).

Additional shout out to Beth Eltringham for designing Bracknell's gorgeous dress.