A Woman of No Importance

De: Oscar Wilde

Narrado por: Miriam Margolyes, Samantha Mathis, Rosalind Ayres, Jane Carr, Judy Geeson, Martin Jarvis, full cast

Devilishly attractive Lord Illingworth is notorious for his skill as a seducer. But he is still invited to all the "best" houses, while his female conquests must hide their shame in seclusion. In this devastating drawing-room comedy, Oscar Wilde uses his celebrated wit to expose English society's narrow view of everything from sexual mores to Americans.

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Pitch Perfect Performance

This dramatised version of Oscar WIldes' A Woman of No Importance is stunning. I listened to this three times over enjoying the visions that danced so easily in my head as the performers each carried their part to nth degree of perfection.
This play is rich in cultural pearls of wisdom and highlights divide between male and female, between the rich and the poor and working class and it explores the ties that bind people in society and what strengthens and weakens the ties. Love of course triumphs and in a way only the wit and wisdom of Oscar Wilde could produce.

I LOVE

I truly adored this novel! It dives into the realism in which lady’s of the house in Victorian era romanticize drama amongst petty subjects. The ending was remarkably done! Made my jaw drop in humor and irony. I recommend!

A most enjoyable listen

This was so easy to listen to and follow. Sometimes plays are hard to follow in audio.
Witty, emotional and fun.

Just plain enjoyable.

Oscar Wilde's works are always fun to listen to, and this dramatised version is no exception. Relax and enjoy his witty take on society.

Performances were forced

Any additional comments?

After really enjoying The Importance of Being Earnest I was keen to give this audio a try, and while it was good, it wasn't great. It too has long-lost family, mistaken identities and rich people's shenanigans, but it just wasn't as fun. The characters weren't as compelling, and the story wasn't as engaging. The performances weren't as great here either, they FELT like performances rather than like you were listening to actual conversations between the characters. I was also surprised that several of the lines were exactly the same as those found in Earnest - of course, this came earlier and so Wilde must have reused them for Earnest, and they ARE great lines, but I didn't like the repeated use. I wouldn't listen to or read this again.

A compelling production

The live audience enhances this compelling production of Wilde's play. Strong characters and shifting emotions and topics keep the story moving along...a story I find to be both funny and sad. A very worthwhile purchase, and great entertainment.

Very timely

Written many years ago, this story rings true for today and today's climate. Humor and deep meaning combined brilliantlt

10/10!

What a captivating performance!! I could almost see the actors as I listened to them.

Charmingly Entertaining

I am forever wild about all things Oscar Wilde! Exposing the gendered hypocrisy was done brilliantly. I really liked the Mother/Son relationship and the insight of the would be Daughter in law.

fabulous voice acting

a must for any listener who enjoys radio shows/plays/ performances. impeccable.
needless to say will b buy8ng more audiobooks with these voice actors. thank you for a wonderful evening of excellent acting.
oscar wilde's ( wry) wit has always been his forte...the play is yet another example...