The Importance of Being Earnest

December 5–21

The Importance of Being Earnest at The Adobe Theater, 9813 Fourth Street NW. Fridays and Saturdays, 7:30 p.m.; Sundays, 2 p.m. Oscar Wilde’s classic farce follows two young men who lead double lives to escape tedious social obligations—each adopting the name “Ernest” while courting the women they love. Filled with wit, satire, and sparkling dialogue, the play pokes fun at Victorian society and introduces the unforgettable Lady Bracknell.

Tickets are $17–$26 (Thursdays, Dec. 11 & 18: $10 tickets).

Visit adobetheater.org.