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An Ideal Husband
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Venue

Lyric Hammersmith

Sir Robert Chiltern is riding high on all the very best that modern life has to offer a man of his impeccable taste and immaculate reputation. The house, the clothes, the wife.

All seems well until the arrival of the devious Mrs Cheveley, who has a taste for drama and secrets to spill. Her revelations threaten scandal, betrayal, public disgrace: so how far will this perfect gentleman go to protect his good name?

This bold new production of Oscar Wilde’s enduring comedy is directed by the Lyric’s Associate Director Nicholai La Barrie. Trevor Nelson MBE will also be lending his voice to the production.

Closing

06/06/2026

Running Time

TBC

Genre

Comedy, Plays

Age & Content

12+

Cast:

Emmanuel Akwafo as

Mason / Phipps

Jeff Alexander as

Earl Of Caversham

Suzette Llewellyn as

Lady Markby

Tamara Lawrance as

Lady Chiltern

Tiwa Lade as

Mabel Chiltern

Nimmy March as

Lady Basildon

Chiké Okonkwo as

Lord Chiltern

Aurora Perrineau as

Mrs Cheveley

Sule Thelwell as

Vicomte De Nanjac

Jamael Westman as

Lord Goring

Creative:

Writer -

Oscar Wilde

Director -

Nicholai La Barrie

Set & Costume Designer -

Rajha Shakiry

Lighting Designer -

Zeynep Kepekli

Sound Designer -

Holly Khan

Movement Director -

Alexzandra Sarmiento

Casting Director -

Heather Basten CDG

Assistant Director -

Gráinne Flynn

Intimacy Director -

Bethan Clark

Associate Costume Designer -

Mariama Bojang

Design Associate -

Yimei Zhao

Associate Lighting Designer -

Rick Mountjoy

Associate Sound Designer -

Vanessa Garber

Associate Movement Director -

Tinovimbanashe Sibanda

Company Stage Manager -

Claire Bryan

Deputy Stage Manager -

Jade Hunter

Assistant Stage Manager -

Jack Bond

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2 June 2026

7:30pm

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4 June 2026

7:30pm

(Touch Tour) 6pm

Frequently asked questions

An Ideal Husband is playing at Lyric Hammersmith in London. Your ticket selection will show available performance dates and times, and you can book securely online via Official London Theatre. For the smoothest experience, pick a performance from the calendar and book early for popular dates.
Sir Robert Chiltern is riding high on all the very best that modern life has to offer a man of his impeccable taste and immaculate reputation. The house, the clothes, the wife. All seems well until the arrival of the devious Mrs Cheveley, who has a taste for drama and secrets to spill. Her revelations… View Article
The running time for An Ideal Husband is TBC. Duration can occasionally vary slightly by performance, but this is the listed length for the production.
An Ideal Husband is recommended for ages 12+. If you’re bringing younger theatregoers, it’s worth considering themes and attention span alongside the age guidance. Some venues also have their own admission policies, so it can help to double-check requirements before you travel.
An Ideal Husband opens on 7th May 2026 and is currently scheduled to run until 6th June 2026. If you’re planning a trip or booking for a specific week, check the performance calendar for dates and availability, as popular performances can sell faster closer to the run.
Tickets for An Ideal Husband go on sale from 15th September 2025. If you’re looking for the widest choice of seats and dates, booking early is usually best - especially for weekends and peak travel periods. Once on sale, you can select a performance and complete your booking online.
You can buy tickets for An Ideal Husband online through Official London Theatre. Choose your preferred performance in the calendar, select seats if available, and complete your purchase securely.
An Ideal Husband features a cast including Emmanuel Akwafo (Mason / Phipps), Jeff Alexander (Earl Of Caversham), Suzette Llewellyn (Lady Markby), Tamara Lawrance (Lady Chiltern), Tiwa Lade (Mabel Chiltern), Nimmy March (Lady Basildon), Chiké Okonkwo (Lord Chiltern), Aurora Perrineau (Mrs Cheveley), Sule Thelwell (Vicomte De Nanjac), Jamael Westman (Lord Goring). Casting can vary by date, so if you’re booking specifically to see a particular performer, it’s worth checking any casting notes for your chosen performance.
An Ideal Husband is written by Oscar Wilde and this production is directed by Nicholai La Barrie. The creative team shapes the tone, pacing and staging style, so if you’re choosing shows based on writers or directors you love, these credits can help you decide whether An Ideal Husband is the right pick.
There isn’t a strict dress code for London theatre, so wear whatever you’ll feel comfortable and confident in. Most people go for smart casual - think jeans or trousers with a nice top, a casual dress, or a shirt and trainers. If you’re heading to an evening show, on a date, or celebrating something, you might fancy dressing up a bit more, but it’s completely optional.
Arriving at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time helps keep things smooth and stress-free, giving you plenty of time to collect tickets, go through security, and get settled in your seat before the performance begins.
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