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Ideal Husband (version 2)

Ideal Husband (version 2)

By: Oscar Wilde
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 In Oscar Wildes brilliant comedy, The Ideal Husband, we delve into the life of Sir Robert Chiltern, a seemingly perfect man with a spotless reputation and an upright wife, Lady Chiltern. But when the cunning Mrs. Cheveley arrives on the scene, wielding both political ambition and the threat of blackmail, the couples integrity is put to the ultimate test. Can they navigate this treacherous encounter without sacrificing their public and private honor? Meanwhile, the roguish Lord Goring, Miss Mabel Chilterns love interest, adds another layer of intrigue to the tale. This sharp-witted exploration of human nature, trust, and the dark side of politics reveals the complexities of power and morality. As Wilde poignantly states, “It takes great deal of courage to see the world in all its tainted glory, and still to love it.” (Summary by Beth Thomas)Copyright Comedy and Fairy Tales Art Entertainment & Performing Arts Political Science Politics & Government
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  • 004 - Act IV

    004 - Act IV
    Nov 18 2025
    In Oscar Wildes brilliant comedy, The Ideal Husband, we delve into the life of Sir Robert Chiltern, a seemingly perfect man with a spotless reputation and an upright wife, Lady Chiltern. But when the cunning Mrs. Cheveley arrives on the scene, wielding both political ambition and the threat of blackmail, the couples integrity is put to the ultimate test. Can they navigate this treacherous encounter without sacrificing their public and private honor? Meanwhile, the roguish Lord Goring, Miss Mabel Chilterns love interest, adds another layer of intrigue to the tale. This sharp-witted exploration of human nature, trust, and the dark side of politics reveals the complexities of power and morality. As Wilde poignantly states, “It takes great deal of courage to see the world in all its tainted glory, and still to love it.” (Summary by Beth Thomas)
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    37 mins
  • 003 - Act III

    003 - Act III
    Nov 18 2025
    In Oscar Wildes brilliant comedy, The Ideal Husband, we delve into the life of Sir Robert Chiltern, a seemingly perfect man with a spotless reputation and an upright wife, Lady Chiltern. But when the cunning Mrs. Cheveley arrives on the scene, wielding both political ambition and the threat of blackmail, the couples integrity is put to the ultimate test. Can they navigate this treacherous encounter without sacrificing their public and private honor? Meanwhile, the roguish Lord Goring, Miss Mabel Chilterns love interest, adds another layer of intrigue to the tale. This sharp-witted exploration of human nature, trust, and the dark side of politics reveals the complexities of power and morality. As Wilde poignantly states, “It takes great deal of courage to see the world in all its tainted glory, and still to love it.” (Summary by Beth Thomas)
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    43 mins
  • 002 - Act II

    002 - Act II
    Nov 18 2025
    In Oscar Wildes brilliant comedy, The Ideal Husband, we delve into the life of Sir Robert Chiltern, a seemingly perfect man with a spotless reputation and an upright wife, Lady Chiltern. But when the cunning Mrs. Cheveley arrives on the scene, wielding both political ambition and the threat of blackmail, the couples integrity is put to the ultimate test. Can they navigate this treacherous encounter without sacrificing their public and private honor? Meanwhile, the roguish Lord Goring, Miss Mabel Chilterns love interest, adds another layer of intrigue to the tale. This sharp-witted exploration of human nature, trust, and the dark side of politics reveals the complexities of power and morality. As Wilde poignantly states, “It takes great deal of courage to see the world in all its tainted glory, and still to love it.” (Summary by Beth Thomas)
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    56 mins
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