EPISODE · Jan 7, 2025 · 29 MIN
The importance of being Sharon, Ronke and Eliza
from Standard Issue Podcast · host Standard Issue
A new version of Oscar Wilde’s iconic play The Importance of Being Earnest is enjoying a sold-out run at the National Theatre. Jen caught up with its stars, Sharon D Clarke, Ronke Adekoluejo and Eliza Scanlen, to chat about the enduring appeal of the play, how they’re bringing it to a fresh audience, and accessibility of theatre in the UK. The run is now sold out except for Rush tickets, but you can catch it on NT Live from February 20. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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A new version of Oscar Wilde’s iconic play The Importance of Being Earnest is enjoying a sold-out run at the National Theatre. Jen caught up with its stars, Sharon D Clarke, Ronke Adekoluejo and Eliza Scanlen, to chat about the enduring appeal of the play, how they’re bringing it to a fresh audience, and accessibility of theatre in the UK. The run is now sold out except for Rush tickets, but you can catch it on NT Live from February 20. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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