A Midsummer Night's Dream Tickets
Love’s logic unravels, identities shift, and magic reigns in this sunlit summer dream, as Shakespeare’s most beloved comedy returns.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream in London
A Midsummer Night’s Dream returns to the Globe Theatre, in the heart of London’s Bankside. Step into a world where lovers chase desires through a moonlit forest and playful spirits stir magical mischief under open skies. The play’s rich tapestry of love stories, supernatural mischief and meta‑theatrical humour makes Dream one of Shakespeare’s most widely performed works, and this new staging embraces the theatre’s iconic open‑air design and communal spirit, inviting audiences into a shared experience of mischief and wonder. Secure your tickets today!
What is the play A Midsummer Night’s Dream about?
Amid moonlit woods just beyond the city, love’s logic unravels, identities shift, and magic reigns. With a sprinkling of fairy dust, a wild web of stories is woven together: the impending wedding of Theseus and Hippolyta, the romantic entanglements of four young Athenians, a band of amateur players rehearsing a rustic play, and the capricious antics of a fairy host led by Oberon and his sprite, Puck.
In this forest, desire is both unpredictable and irresistible. The edge between dream and waking life blurs, and laughter springs from both chaos and connection. So let yourself be spellbound, and who knows who you’ll be by morning…
The History of A Midsummer Night’s Dream
A Midsummer Night’s Dream is one of William Shakespeare’s most celebrated and enduring comedies, believed to have been written between 1595 and 1596. Scholars suggest it may have been composed for a noble wedding celebration, possibly that of Elizabeth Carey, a member of Queen Elizabeth I’s court. Its intricate structure, poetic language, and fantastical themes mark it as one of Shakespeare’s most imaginative works.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream was first published in quarto in 1600, with a more reliable version included in the 1623 First Folio. It became a popular choice for performances during Shakespeare’s lifetime and has remained a staple of theatrical repertoire ever since. The play’s popularity surged in the 19th century with spectacular Victorian productions that emphasised its fairy-tale elements.
Over the centuries, it has inspired numerous adaptations in opera, ballet, film, and contemporary theatre. From Benjamin Britten’s 1960 opera to the modern screen adaptations by directors like Michael Hoffman in 1999 and Julie Taymor in 2014, A Midsummer Night’s Dream continues to captivate audiences with its dreamlike blend of romance, comedy, and magic.
The Cast of A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Casting for this production is to be announced.
The Creative Team of A Midsummer Night’s Dream
A Midsummer Night’s Dream is written by William Shakespeare.
Emily Lim (The Odyssey, Brighter Still) directs, with set design by Aldo Vázquez (Romeo and Juliet), and costume design by Fly Davis (Othello). Music and composition are by Jim Fortune, whose credits include Pericles and A Christmas Carol.
Tickets for A Midsummer Night’s Dream at The Globe
Step into the forest and experience a sunlit summer dream where love’s enchantments dance beneath open skies, and laughter mingles with poetry. Illusion, desire and transformation meet in Shakespeare’s best-known comedy returning to the Globe this summer season in an exciting new production that emphasises the community spirit of the play. So don’t be a fool, mortal - secure your tickets for A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Shakespeare’s Globe today.
A Midsummer Night's Dream London Reviews
User Reviews
The Globe are not necessarily sticking to the original versions! However, they are making things very clear, easy to follow and entertaining. Good fun for all - with or without previous knowledge of matter Shakespearian.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is A Midsummer Night's Dream playing in London?
A Midsummer Night's Dream is playing at the Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, 21 New Globe Walk, London, SE1 9DT.
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Not my favourite Shakespeare play - but one that will always be popular. Some changes - Bottom is not as expected, but is performed well and doesn't take it too far off the beaten track. Enjoyable take on the play - and easy to understand for those n Read more