AN OSCAR Wilde classic is the next production by the High Street Players in Harpenden on three evenings next week.

An Ideal Husband revolves around a blackmail scheme that forces a married couple to re-examine their moral standards – providing, along the way, a wry commentary on the rarity of politicians who can claim to be ethically pure.

It features a supporting cast of young lovers, society matrons, an overbearing father and a formidable femme fatale.

An Ideal Husband is directed by Keith Turton and will be performed at 7.45pm on April 10, 11 and 12 at the High Street Methodist Church.

Tickets are £8 in advance (£9 on the door) from Manor Pharmacy, the High Street Methodist Church Office, by calling 01582 767619 or emailing info@hsplayers.org.uk.