2017 Edinburgh Fringe

The Importance of Being Frank, based upon Oscar Wilde's classic was a wonderfully adapted piece put on by Reading University. This was a thoroughly enjoyable piece that has kept the wit of Wilde's original writing. I laughed throughout with all the different characters. The cheek of Tim Stiles, who played Andrew (Algernon) Moncrieff set a delightful tone to the production and the seriousness of John Worthing's character, played by Dan Snipe, was a refreshing and healthy balance. I particularly enjoyed the portrayal of Lady Bracknell, being played by a young man in drag. It bought a new level of humour to the play that I thoroughly enjoyed.

Jessica Davies, as Miss Prism, showed wonderful comic timing and paired with Huw Smallwood, as Canon Chasuble, the two brought light to serious and less comical situations. The work that went into creating all characters is evident and should be commended.

A concise and comical version of a classic tale, Reading University Drama Society have put on a great show and the whole cast, and all involved, should be very proud of their efforts.