A Midsummer Night’s Dream
by William Shakespeare
directed by Conor Cook
produced by Bear in the Air Productions
When a vengeful Oberon, King of the Fairies, vows retribution on his wilful Queen Titania, he sets his playful sprite Puck on a course of action which alters the destiny of the hapless mortals in his path. Love potions, misunderstandings, and sumptuous poetry abound in Shakespeare’s most popular comedy.
Performed at full tilt by six indefatigable actors, this imaginative touring production is full of warmth, magic, and mischievous shenanigans.
Returning to the Jack Studio after last year’s highly acclaimed Much Ado About Nothing, Bear in the Air Productions turns their refreshing and entertaining eye to the magical forest fairies, the lovelorn runaways and the eager mechanicals of Athens.
Press for previous productions
‘It makes for fast and frequent laughs as director Simpkin squeezes the scenes of orchestrated, snooped-on gossip for every last drop of comic mileage. The outcome of this endeavour is quite joyous … go enjoy this delightful abundance of comedy.’ British Theatre Guide on Much Ado About Nothing
‘An entertaining condensed treat.’ There Ought to be Clowns on Much Ado About Nothing
‘The strong performances are the highlight… the cast of six zip through the trimmed down script with confidence and energy.’ The Play’s The Thing on Much Ado About Nothing
Creative Team
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Written by William Shakespeare
Adapted by Heather Simpkin
Directed by Conor Cook
Design by Heather Simpkin and Conor Cook
Produced by Bear in the Air Productions
Cast
Yvette Bruin, Elizabeth Prideaux, Sally Sharp, Nicholas Southcott, Jack Jacobs, Sadie Pepperrell
The Brockley Jack Theatre Ltd
Principal Sponsor
Support the Jack Studio Theatre
