A Midsummer Night's Dream
Synopsis
Theseus has defeated Hippolyta in battle, and now claims her as his bride. But before the nuptials begin, a pair of young lovers flee into the forest to be married, pursued by a pair of not-lovers. There, in the forest, live the fairies whose lives are in turmoil, due to the heated lovers' quarrels between their rulers, Oberon and Titania. Between the fairies, an ass's head, the lovers, a troupe of unsuspecting would-be actors, and a magic flower that can make people fall in love at first sight, it's a merry night of chaos and comedy until everything is put to rights.
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Christine Baranski & Deborah Rush-A Midsummer Night's Dream One
Type: Clip • Published 2010-07-13
Top Cast
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Diane Venora
Hippolyta
James Hurdle
Theseus
Ricky Jay
Philostrate
Ralph Drischell
Egeus
Deborah Rush
Hermia
Rick Lieberman
Demetrius
Kevin Conroy
Lysander
Christine Baranski
Helena
Steve Vinovich
Quince
Jeffrey DeMunn
Bottom
Paul Bates
Flute
J. Patrick O'Brien
Starveling
Andreas Katsulas
Snout
Peter Crook
Snug
Marcell Rosenblatt
Puck
William Hurt
Oberon
Michele Shay
Titania
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Emile Ardolino
- Original Score
- Allen Shawn
- Original Title
- A Midsummer Night's Dream
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 28m
- Production Studios
- New York Shakespeare Festival
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Emile Ardolino
Allen Shawn
Department Leadership Roster
Emile Ardolino
Director
Heidi Landesman
Production Design
Randy Barcelo
Costume Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Midsummer Night's Dream
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What is A Midsummer Night's Dream about?
Theseus has defeated Hippolyta in battle, and now claims her as his bride. But before the nuptials begin, a pair of young lovers flee into the forest to be married, pursued by a pair of not-lovers. There, in the forest, live the fairies whose lives are in turmoil, due to the heated lovers' quarrels between their rulers, Oberon and Titania. Between the fairies, an ass's head, the lovers, a troupe of unsuspecting would-be actors, and a magic flower that can make people fall in love at first sight, it's a merry night of chaos and comedy until everything is put to rights.
Who directed A Midsummer Night's Dream?
A Midsummer Night's Dream was directed by Emile Ardolino.
Who stars in A Midsummer Night's Dream?
The principal cast of A Midsummer Night's Dream includes Diane Venora, James Hurdle, Ricky Jay, Ralph Drischell, Deborah Rush.
When was A Midsummer Night's Dream released and how long is it?
A Midsummer Night's Dream was released in 1985 with a total runtime of 2h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for A Midsummer Night's Dream?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Midsummer Night's Dream was composed by Allen Shawn.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Midsummer Night's Dream?
A Midsummer Night's Dream holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).