Oscar’s Missing 1895 Posters
Robert Whelan reveals the story of the 1895 posters of Wilde’s plays
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The Oscar Wilde Society brings together readers, scholars, and enthusiasts to explore Wilde’s writing, life, and continuing influence. Membership includes Society publications, invitations to talks and visits, and the chance to take part in informed, thoughtful conversation about Wilde’s work.
Joining is a way to support the Society’s work and to stay closely connected to the world of Oscar Wilde throughout the year.
Robert Whelan reveals the story of the 1895 posters of Wilde’s plays
Rupert Nye reports on the event marking the 125th anniversary of Wilde’s death in Paris
Darcy Sullivan reviews Dorian: The Musical, produced by Ruby in the Dust
FEATURED BOOK
Edited by Oscar Wilde, Woman’s World showcases a wide-ranging selection of articles on women in politics, education, literature, and the arts, many unseen since their original publication in the 1880s. Illustrated throughout and introduced by Eleanor Fitzsimons, this edition explores the magazine’s significance within Wilde’s career and its place in the history of women’s writing and rights.
Available as a digital edition.
£15.00 – £35.00Price range: £15.00 through £35.00
READ MORELearn and Celebrate
The Oscar Wilde Society will host its annual birthday dinner on 16 October 2026 at The Athenaeum in London.
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You can now explore each edition of The Wildean on our website.
You can now purchase and download issues of Intentions, the Oscar Wilde Society's illustrated quarterly newsletter.
Rob Marland explains the troubled history of Wilde's flop 'Vera; or, The Nihilists'
The Oscar Wilde Society publishes high-quality books offering unique perspectives on the life of Oscar Wilde.
The Oscar Wilde Society has an exciting and diverse programme of events all year round. We organise lectures, readings, and discussions about Wilde and his works, and visits to places associated with him. Events tend to book up, so we recommend buying your tickets early.
These events from other organisations may be of interest to Wildeans.