John (Jack) / “Ernest” Worthing, J.P.
The Importance of Being Earnest
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Character Name
John (Jack) / “Ernest” Worthing, J.P.
Gender
Male
Adult
Lead
Voice
Spoken
Time & Place
“the present” (1895), an apartment in london, an english countryside estate
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Analysis
Mid-20s to Late 30s. It says in the text that John is 29, but he is often cast with an actor who is somewhat older. John Worthing comes across as a very well-respected, serious young man. He is in charge of a large estate, and is responsible for serving as Guardian to
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