2010: An Ideal Husband

“[The] cast is absolutely fantastic; they come together terrifically as an ensemble…. [T]his update sings. Without a doubt, this production of Wilde’s work is Ideal.” – The Happiest Medium

July 15 – 24, 2010
Wings Theatre, NYC

A Clash of Ages and Ideals in 1964 London

Big Rodent presents Oscar Wilde’s dark and witty comedy, where greed, forgiveness, and love all vie to control the fate of a family. Set in a time of Mods vs. Rockers, Prewar vs. Postwar, and Society vs. Free Love, the play finds the roots of the conflicts still at the heart of our civilization today. And all in time to get supper at the club!

Lord Robert Chiltern is a star on the rise, a man who has everything: a promising political career, a beautiful wife, and all associated cliches. But when an old American cohort, Mrs. Cheveley, appears, Lord Chiltern must confront the single dark secret of his past, a secret that could destroy all the good he has done. He turns to his closest friend, the millionaire playboy Lord Goring, who happens to be trying to woo Lord Chiltern’s sister. As all sides bicker and maneuver towards the sticky resolution, they must each decide what ends justify unsavory means.

Directed by Meghan Formwalt

Featuring: Adam Aguirre, Anna Bridgforth, Colleen Conroy, Alex Estrada, David Jenkins, Sarah Krokey, Joe Mathers, Nick Monroy, and Leigh Poulos

Assistant Director: Brian MacInnis Smallwood
Set: Stephen Esposito
Lights: Kyle McGahan
Costumes: Kerry Gibbons
Sound: Chrissy Farrell
Stage Manager: Cait Keane
Featuring: Adam Aguirre, Anna Bridgforth, Colleen Conroy, Alex Estrada, David Jenkins, Sarah Krokey, Joe Mathers, Nick Monroy, and Leigh Poulos.

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