National Theatre Live 2025 brings The Importance of Being Earnest like never before, directed by Max Webster (Donmar’s Macbeth; Life of Pi), to the Torch Theatre screen on Saturday, February 22.

Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who, Sex Education) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy.

Described as ‘a sparkling new production … that’s fiercely faithful to Wilde’s wickedly subversive spirit’ by the Daily Mail, The Importance of Being Earnest has received rave reviews and five and four stars.

Filmed live from the National Theatre in London, this hilarious story will appeal to everyone who likes Holby City, Notting Hill, Mamma Mia and Macbeth!

Visit www.torchtheatre.co.uk for more details.