A Woman of No Importance

A Woman of No Importance (by Oscar Wilde) is presented by L.A. Theatre Works. This standalone audiobook app combines a professional audio recording with supplemental features for download-once, grab-and-go anywhere enjoyment.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 comedy, Wilde uses his celebrated wit to expose English society’s narrow view of everything from sexual mores to Americans.
Includes an interview with Oscar Wilde’s only grandchild, Merlin Holland, who is also a noted biographer and editor of Wilde’s works.
An L.A. Theatre Works full cast performance featuring:
Martin Jarvis as Lord IllingworthPeter Dennis as Sir John PontefractJim Norton as Mr. Kelvil, M.P.Robert Machray as The Venerable Archdeacon Daubeny, D.D.Paul Gutrecht as Gerald ArbuthnotMiriam Margolyes as Lady HunstantonJane Carr as Lady Caroline PontefractJudy Geeson as Lady StutfieldCherie Lunghi as Mrs. Allonby/AliceSamantha Mathis as Miss Hester WorsleyRosalind Ayres as Mrs. Arbuthnot.
Adapted by Martin Jarvis. Directed by Michael Hackett. Recorded before a live audience.
DURATION: About a 1.75 hour performance.