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A Midsummer Night's Dream

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  • Booking until: Saturday, 18 January 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 20min interval.
  • Starring: Mathew Baynton
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A Midsummer Night's Dream in London

Starring:

Mathew Baynton

Experience a ‘ravishing fusion of flamboyancy and fun’ (Guardian) as the smash-hit sell-out production of A Midsummer Night's Dream transfers to London from The RSC to brighten up your winter. Experience a fresh and engaging interpretation that will delight both longtime fans and new audiences alike.

A Midsummer Night's Dream - The Story

Weaving together multiple storylines centred around the upcoming wedding of Duke Theseus and Queen Hippolyta, A Midsummer Night's Dream is one of Shakespeare's most captivating stories. The story follows four young lovers whose romantic entanglements become increasingly complicated due to the mischievous interventions of the fairy king Oberon and his servant Punk.

Meanwhile, a group of amateur actors, preparing a play for the duke's wedding, also find themselves ensnared in the magical mayhem. Together the various plots deliver a delightful mix of understandings and enchantments, ultimately leading to a joyful resolution where love triumphs and harmony is restored.

About A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream was written by William Shakespeare in the late 16th century and is believed to have been first performed around 1595-1596. Throughout its history, this story has seen numerous adaptations and interpretations, ranging from traditional stage productions to modern films, ballets, and even operas. Hailed by critics and audiences during its run at the Royal Shakespeare Company in February 2024, now the striking production will have a winter run at the Barbican Theatre.

A Midsummer Night's Dream Cast and Creatives

Matthew Baynton returns to the production as Bottom. Baynton is known for his work in television and film, gaining widespread recognition for his roles in the children's comedy series Horrible Histories and BBC comedy series, Ghosts. He also co-created and starred in the acclaimed BBC comedy series The Wrong Mans.

Directed by Eleanor Rhode, she is joined by Set and Costume Designer Lucy Osborne, Illusion Director and Designer John Bulleid, Lighting Designer Matt Daw, Composer Will Gregory, Sound Designer Pete Malkin, Movement Director Annie-Lunnette Deakin-Foster, Fights and Intimacy by Rachel Bown-Williams and Ruth Cooper-Brown and Casting Director Matthew Dewsbury CDG.

A Midsummer Night's Dream offers an enchanting escapism that will be the perfect contrast to the cold, dark days of the season. Jam-packed with timeless themes of love, transformation, and joyful resolution that will bring warmth and delight during its limited run.

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A Midsummer Night's Dream Ticket Information

  • Booking until:

    Saturday, 18 January 2025

  • Running time:

    2hr 30min. Incl. 20min interval.

  • Important Information

    Seats in the back row of the Stalls are step-free. All other Stalls seats are accessed via steps.

  • Cancellations & Refunds

    Once booked, tickets to A Midsummer Night's Dream are usually non exchangeable and non refundable as per our terms & conditions. In practice, however, we will do our best to accommodate your request as long as we are notified at least 48 hours before the performance. Please contact us for more information.

Next Performances for A Midsummer Night's Dream at the Barbican Theatre

today 23rd Dec 2024 1:30pm from £55.00 7:15pm from £55.00
Friday 27th Dec 2024 7:15pm from £83.00
Saturday 28th Dec 2024 7:15pm from £30.00
Monday 30th Dec 2024 1:30pm from £83.00 7:15pm from £30.00
Thursday 2nd Jan 2025 1:30pm from £83.00 7:15pm from £30.00
Friday 3rd Jan 2025 7:15pm from £55.00

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A Midsummer Night's Dream reviews

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Fun evening. Although very difficult with some scenes understanding dialogue due to screeching, shouting and masks. Staging was good, theatre fantastic. Good atmosphere overall.

M Reviewed on 13 April 2024 by
Wendouree, Australia

05 Nov
2024
Emmie Newitt

Full cast announced for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at the Barbican

by Emmie Newitt | Tuesday, November 5 2024, 10:23

Starring Matthew Baynton, the critically acclaimed RSC production transfers to London for a strictly limited season from December.

a midsummer nights dream barbican castMatthew Baynton, Andrew Richardson and Katherine Pearce headshots.

Full cast announced for A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM at the Barbican
25 Oct
2024
Emmie Newitt

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10 theatre shows to see in london 2024Natasha, Pierre and The Great Comet of 1812 artwork.

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2024
Emmie Newitt

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM and THE BUDDHA OF SUBURBIA heads to the Barbican Theatre

by Emmie Newitt | Tuesday, June 11 2024, 09:42

Two critically acclaimed productions will transfer from Stratford-upon-Avon later this year.

the rsc barbican theatreThe Buddha of Suburbia and A Midsummer Night's Dream press images for London productions, 2024.

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM and THE BUDDHA OF SUBURBIA heads to the Barbican Theatre