Oscar’s Missing 1895 Posters
Robert Whelan reveals the story of the 1895 posters of Wilde’s plays
The History of the Oscar Wilde Society
Today, the Oscar Wilde Society is devoted to the understanding and appreciation of Wilde’s life and his art. New members are welcome and details of membership may be obtained on the Membership page.
In this video, chairman Don Mead discusses his thoughts on the Society, its evolution and his own personal journey with Oscar Wilde;
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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.
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Society Memorials include a plaque at the Theatre Royal Haymarket, unveiled by Sir John Gielgud, to commemorate the centenary of the first night of An Ideal Husband and the first production of A Woman of No Importance; a plaque at the Langham Hotel to commemorate the lunch at which J M Stoddart commissioned Wilde to write a story for Lippincott’s magazine – the story which became The Picture of Dorian Gray.
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Our President and Patrons
The Society’s Honorary President, appointed in 2015, is Gyles Brandreth, a renowned Oscar Wilde enthusiast. Don Mead, BEM, previously chairman of the Society, is the Hon. Vice President.
Gyles Brandreth
– Hon. President
Don Mead, BEM
– Hon. Vice President
Merlin Holland
– Hon. Patron
Sir Stephen Fry
– Hon. Patron
Sir Michael Holroyd
– Hon. Patron
Matthew Sturgis
– Hon. Patron
Eleanor Fitzsimons
– Hon. Patron
Neil Mckenna
Hon. Patron
Neil Titley
– Hon. Patron
Joan Winchell
– Hon. Patron
FEATURED BOOK
Articles from The Woman’s World, Edited by Oscar Wilde
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.
Price range: £15.00 through £35.00
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Our Events
Oscar Wilde Birthday Dinner
The Oscar Wilde Society will host its annual birthday dinner on 16 October 2026 at The Athenaeum in London.
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Explore Wildean Editions
13 July 2026
You can now explore each edition of The Wildean on our website.
Society News
Intentions for Sale
13 July 2026
You can now purchase and download issues of Intentions, the Oscar Wilde Society's illustrated quarterly newsletter.
Society News
Video: Rob Marland on Wilde’s ‘Vera’
5 July 2026
Rob Marland explains the troubled history of Wilde's flop 'Vera; or, The Nihilists'