Dorian Gray

Adapted from Wilde’s original novel, Dorian Gray uses text from Wilde’s letters, poems, and prose to highlight the parallel between the book’s plot and Wilde’s own life.

Adapted by Maeve Aurora Chapman

Dorian Gray, a young London socialite, finds himself drawn to Basil, painter of his portrait and staunch admirer; Lord Henry, Basil’s hedonistic friend; and Sybil, the young and poor actress. As feelings blossom and die in this unusual quartet, Basil’s Picture of Dorian Gray begins to reflect the sad realities of Dorian’s new careless indulgences.

Adapted from Wilde’s original novel, Dorian Gray uses text from Wilde’s letters, poems, and prose to highlight the parallel between the book’s plot and Wilde’s own life. ‘Dorian Gray’ explores the confines of masculinity in Victorian society and today.