1892

Premiere of 'Lady Windermere's Fan'

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What happened

Wilde's society comedy 'Lady Windermere's Fan' premiered at the St James's Theatre in London, England, to great popular success. The play established Wilde as a leading dramatist of the West End stage.

Literary impact

The play's success launched Wilde's celebrated run of society comedies, refining the epigrammatic dialogue and satirical treatment of Victorian manners that became his dramatic signature.

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