The Trials of Oscar Wilde

Don't miss European Arts Company's The Trials of Oscar Wilde at Dugdale Centre prior to it's West End transfer at Trafalgar Studios!

Back after a sell-out performance last season!

14 February 1895 was the triumphant opening night of The Importance of Being Earnest and the zenith of Wilde's career. Less than 100 days later, he found himself a common prisoner sentenced to two years hard labour.

4 STARS "John Gorick is a beguiling Wilde in a smart play that reveals the establishment at its worst" THE GUARDIAN

So what happened during the trials and what did Wilde say? Was he persecuted or the author of his own downfall? Using the original words spoken in court, we can feel what it was like to be in the company of a flawed genius - as this less than ideal husband was suddenly reduced importance.