• Wilde’s razor-sharp satire takes aim at politics, marriage, and morality in Victorian London, where secrets can unravel the perfect life.

• Nicholai La Barrie directs with the flair that defined Tambo & Bones, bringing new energy to a classic comedy.

• Themes of reputation, betrayal, and love come alive with lavish costumes and Wilde's witty dialogue.

• Playing for a limited time at Lyric Hammersmith, this revival reframes Wilde’s questions of truth and loyalty for today’s audience. Book An Ideal Husband London tickets now!

The story

Set in late 19th-century London, An Ideal Husband follows Sir Robert Chiltern, a politician whose perfect reputation hides a secret. When the cunning Mrs. Cheveley threatens to expose him, his marriage, career, and friendships are pushed to the brink. A witty exploration of politics, power, and morality, Wilde’s play asks: how far will a man go to save face, and what price is too high?