The Importance of Being Earnest
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| Predicate | Object |
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| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:musical_adaptation
gptkb:opera gptkb:artwork gptkb:play |
| gptkbp:adaptation |
gptkb:film_adaptation
gptkb:musical gptkb:musical_adaptation gptkb:ballet gptkb:musical_theatre gptkb:television_series gptkb:radio_station gptkb:Broadway gptkb:musical_comedy gptkb:graphic_novel gptkb:stage_adaptation gptkb:television_adaptation gptkb:opera gptkb:video_game gptkb:animated_film gptkb:parody gptkb:audiobook gptkb:television gptkb:documentary gptkb:film gptkb:stage_play 2002 film adaptation 2015 film adaptation 2011 stage revival film adaptation (2002) musical adaptation (2010) BBC radio adaptation |
| gptkbp:adaptations |
gptkb:film_adaptation
gptkb:musical gptkb:film_adaptations gptkb:musical_adaptation gptkb:radio_station gptkb:television_adaptation gptkb:theater gptkb:television gptkb:film stage adaptations opera adaptations film adaptation 2002 multiple stage adaptations |
| gptkbp:adapted_into |
gptkb:musical
gptkb:television_series gptkb:Michael_Blakemore gptkb:Anthony_Asquith gptkb:David_Suchet gptkb:Oliver_Parker gptkb:film various media Various composers stage productions television adaptations radio plays Wilde's own life experiences |
| gptkbp:audience |
performed worldwide
popular among audiences appeals to both opera lovers and Wilde fans |
| gptkbp:author |
gptkb:Oscar_Wilde
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| gptkbp:available_on |
in print and digital formats
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| gptkbp:awards |
gptkb:none
nominated for various awards |
| gptkbp:based_on |
play by Oscar Wilde
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| gptkbp:character |
gptkb:Lady_Bracknell
gptkb:Dr._Chasuble gptkb:Miss_Prism Lane Merriman |
| gptkbp:character_development |
Algernon's views on marriage
Cecily's romantic ideals Gwendolen's obsession with names Jack's dual identity Lady Bracknell's authority |
| gptkbp:character_motivation |
Algernon's pursuit of Cecily
Jack's desire to marry Gwendolen |
| gptkbp:character_relationships |
Algernon and Cecily
Gwendolen and Cecily Jack and Algernon Jack and Gwendolen Lady Bracknell's authority Algernon and Cecily are engaged Jack and Gwendolen are engaged Lady Bracknell and Algernon Lady Bracknell and Jack Miss Prism and Dr. Chasuble Cecily is Jack's ward Gwendolen is Algernon's cousin Jack is Algernon's friend Algernon and his aunt Lady Bracknell Algernon and his friend Jack Algernon's deception Algernon's proposal to Cecily Cecily and her guardian Jack Dr. Chasuble's interest in Miss Prism Gwendolen and Cecily's friendship Gwendolen and her mother Lady Bracknell Gwendolen's insistence on the name ' Ernest'. Jack and his friend Algernon Jack and his ward Cecily Jack's double life Jack's true identity revelation Miss Prism's past with Jack's father |
| gptkbp:characters |
gptkb:Lady_Bracknell
gptkb:social_class gptkb:deception gptkb:Dr._Chasuble gptkb:Miss_Prism Lane two couples Merriman |
| gptkbp:composer |
gptkb:Gerald_Barry
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| gptkbp:conflict |
gptkb:deception
romantic relationships social expectations romantic entanglements personal identity personal desires class distinction deception about identity |
| gptkbp:created_by |
gptkb:Julian_Opie
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| gptkbp:critical_reception |
generally positive
widely acclaimed well-received considered a classic initially received mixed reviews widely regarded as Wilde's best play now regarded as Wilde's masterpiece |
| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
widely performed
frequently performed performed worldwide influenced popular culture inspired adaptations inspired numerous adaptations considered a classic inspired numerous parodies influenced literature influential in literature influenced modern comedy inspired other works Influenced Literature inspired parodies influenced film influenced theater inspired various parodies studied in literature courses remains relevant in contemporary discussions adapted into various media considered a classic of English literature studied in schools influenced playwrights adapted into various languages quoted in popular culture Influenced Film influenced theatre frequently performed in theaters Influenced Theatre quoted in films influenced modern operatic adaptations inspired discussions on identity and truth remains a popular choice for theater productions |
| gptkbp:cultural_references |
referenced in popular culture
parodied in various media inspired quotes and sayings |
| gptkbp:famous_quote |
“ To be natural is such a very difficult pose to keep up.”
“ I can resist anything except temptation.” “ The truth is rarely pure and never simple.” ' I can resist anything except temptation.' ' The truth is rarely pure and never simple.' ' To be natural is such a very difficult pose to keep up.' “ In matters of grave importance, style, not sincerity, is the vital thing.” ' A trivial comedy for serious people.' |
| gptkbp:first_performance |
gptkb:St._James's_Theatre
1895 February 14, 1895 |
| gptkbp:genre |
gptkb:opera
gptkb:comedy |
| gptkbp:has_been |
performed worldwide
adapted into various media revived multiple times adapted into radio plays adapted into television productions |
| gptkbp:has_reception |
controversial at the time of release
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| gptkbp:historical_context |
gender roles
Victorian morality social class distinctions |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
The Importance of Being Earnest
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| gptkbp:influence |
modern comedy
inspired many adaptations inspired many works influenced modern comedy |
| gptkbp:influenced |
modern comedy
theatrical conventions subsequent playwrights modern comedies comedic writing |
| gptkbp:influenced_by |
gptkb:Victorian_literature
farce Oscar Wilde's life |
| gptkbp:influences |
gptkb:Victorian_literature
gptkb:absurdism gptkb:theatre_of_the_absurd modern comedy farce Oscar Wilde's life Oscar Wilde's original play |
| gptkbp:inspiration |
Victorian society
theatrical traditions Wilde's own life Wilde's experiences Wilde's exploration of Victorian norms |
| gptkbp:inspired |
parodies
references in popular culture musicals and operas |
| gptkbp:inspired_by |
social norms of the time
Wilde's own life Wilde's own experiences |
| gptkbp:is_available_in |
various formats
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| gptkbp:is_celebrated_for |
its clever dialogue
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| gptkbp:is_considered |
a classic of English literature
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| gptkbp:is_known_for |
wit and humor
satirical commentary on Victorian society |
| gptkbp:is_notable_for |
its memorable characters
its clever dialogue its exploration of social norms its critique of marriage and relationships its use of mistaken identities |
| gptkbp:is_noted_for |
its social commentary
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| gptkbp:is_regarded_as |
a significant work in the comedy genre
one of Wilde's most famous works one of Wilde's best works |
| gptkbp:is_set_in |
gptkb:London
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| gptkbp:is_studied_in |
literature courses
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| gptkbp:language |
English
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| gptkbp:legacy |
performed worldwide
considered a classic performed frequently influenced modern comedy studied in literature courses a classic of English literature adapted into various media studied in schools influenced playwrights remains a staple in theatre repertoire considered Wilde's masterpiece |
| gptkbp:librettist |
gptkb:Gerald_Barry
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| gptkbp:literary_devices |
gptkb:parody
irony epigram |
| gptkbp:main_character |
gptkb:Jack_Worthing
gptkb:Algernon_Moncrieff gptkb:Cecily_Cardew gptkb:Gwendolen_Fairfax |
| gptkbp:motif |
gptkb:deception
class distinction double lives |
| gptkbp:music_style |
contemporary classical
avant-garde elements |
| gptkbp:notable_awards |
gptkb:Olivier_Award
gptkb:Evening_Standard_Theatre_Award_for_Best_Play gptkb:Evening_Standard_Theatre_Award gptkb:Laurence_Olivier_Award_for_Best_New_Comedy gptkb:Tony_Award gptkb:Tony_Award_for_Best_Revival gptkb:Olivier_Award_for_Best_Revival gptkb:Drama_Desk_Award_for_Outstanding_Revival gptkb:Emmy_Awards |
| gptkbp:notable_character |
gptkb:Jack_Worthing
gptkb:Lady_Bracknell gptkb:Algernon_Moncrieff gptkb:Cecily_Cardew gptkb:Gwendolen_Fairfax gptkb:Dr._Chasuble gptkb:Miss_Prism |
| gptkbp:notable_characters |
gptkb:Jack_Worthing
gptkb:Lady_Bracknell gptkb:Algernon_Moncrieff gptkb:Cecily_Cardew gptkb:Gwendolen_Fairfax gptkb:Dr._Chasuble gptkb:Miss_Prism |
| gptkbp:notable_performance |
2002 film adaptation
2011 film adaptation various stage revivals |
| gptkbp:notable_production |
gptkb:film_adaptation
gptkb:Royal_Court_Theatre gptkb:Glastonbury_Festival gptkb:West_End gptkb:Irish_National_Opera gptkb:Broadway gptkb:Royal_Opera_House gptkb:Opera_Theatre_of_Saint_Louis gptkb:Wexford_Festival_Opera gptkb:television_adaptation international tours various international productions professional theatre productions amateur theatre productions community theatre productions 1992 film adaptation school productions 2002 film adaptation West End revival 2019 film adaptation 2018 revival 2011 revival 2015 film adaptation National Theatre production 2011 stage revival 2011 film adaptation 2018 stage revival |
| gptkbp:notable_quote |
“ To be natural is such a very difficult pose to keep up.”
“ I can resist anything except temptation.” “ The truth is rarely pure and never simple.” “ The only way to get rid of a temptation is to yield to it.” ' I can resist anything except temptation.' ' The truth is rarely pure and never simple.' ' To be natural is such a very difficult pose to keep up.' ' The only way to get rid of a temptation is to yield to it.' ' In matters of grave importance, style, not sincerity, is the vital thing.' “ In matters of grave importance, style, not sincerity, is the vital thing.” ' A trivial comedy for serious people.' ' A handbag?' “ A trivial comedy for serious people.” |
| gptkbp:number_of_acts |
gptkb:Three
three |
| gptkbp:original_language |
English
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| gptkbp:performance |
performed worldwide
performed internationally revived multiple times revived frequently |
| gptkbp:performance_style |
gptkb:romantic_comedy
gptkb:satire farce vocal techniques stylized acting |
| gptkbp:performance_tradition |
frequently revived
adapted into various formats |
| gptkbp:performances |
performed worldwide
frequently revived adapted for various media |
| gptkbp:performed_at |
gptkb:the_Edinburgh_Festival_Fringe
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| gptkbp:performed_by |
various theatre companies
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| gptkbp:performed_in |
gptkb:West_End
gptkb:London gptkb:Broadway gptkb:theater schools community theaters in schools and universities theaters worldwide |
| gptkbp:plot |
social expectations
romantic entanglements family secrets mistaken identities social conventions centers on mistaken identities explores the concept of ' Bunburying' secret engagements |
| gptkbp:premiere_date |
February 14, 1895
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| gptkbp:premiere_location |
gptkb:St._James's_Theatre
gptkb:St._James's_Theatre,_London |
| gptkbp:premiered_on |
gptkb:2011
gptkb:London 1895 February 14, 1895 |
| gptkbp:produced_by |
gptkb:The_National_Theatre
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| gptkbp:protagonist |
gptkb:Jack_Worthing
gptkb:Algernon_Moncrieff gptkb:Cecily_Cardew gptkb:Gwendolen_Fairfax |
| gptkbp:published |
1895
1899 |
| gptkbp:published_by |
gptkb:Leonard_Smithers
gptkb:Lippincott's_Monthly_Magazine |
| gptkbp:published_in |
1895
1899 |
| gptkbp:publisher |
gptkb:Leonard_Smithers
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| gptkbp:recordings |
available on CD
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| gptkbp:reviews |
praised for its wit
noted for its musical innovation recognized for its fidelity to the original play |
| gptkbp:set_in |
gptkb:Victorian_England
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| gptkbp:setting |
gptkb:Victorian_England
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| gptkbp:style |
gptkb:satire
farce comic opera wit epigrammatic dialogue Victorian comedy of manners |
| gptkbp:symbolism |
Bunburying
dual identities the importance of names food and consumption the importance of being earnest the cucumber sandwich the handbag the use of names |
| gptkbp:thematic_element |
gptkb:marriage
gptkb:social_class gptkb:deception gptkb:friendship social expectations identity confusion hypocrisy romantic entanglements absurdity personal freedom |
| gptkbp:theme |
gptkb:marriage
gptkb:deception gptkb:identity love social satire courtship |
| gptkbp:themes |
gptkb:marriage
gptkb:identity love social criticism Social Critique social satire courtship |
| gptkbp:translated_into |
multiple languages
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| gptkbp:written_by |
gptkb:Oscar_Wilde
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Angela_Lansbury
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
3
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