Swingin' the Dream
Synopsis
A concert of a work in progress including original music and songs from the 1939 production telling the story of an intriguing Broadway musical adaptation of Shakespeare. This jazz-infused version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream opened in 1939 with a heady mixture of talent, including Louis Armstrong and Maxine Sullivan, and musical contributions from Count Basie and Benny Goodman.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 9, 2021
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Andrew Brooks
- Original Title
- Swingin' the Dream
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 52m
- Production Studios
- Royal Shakespeare Company, Theatre for a New Audience, Young Vic
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andrew Brooks
Ben Tyreman
Department Leadership Roster
Ben Tyreman
Producer
Andrew Brooks
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Swingin' the Dream
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What is Swingin' the Dream about?
A concert of a work in progress including original music and songs from the 1939 production telling the story of an intriguing Broadway musical adaptation of Shakespeare. This jazz-infused version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream opened in 1939 with a heady mixture of talent, including Louis Armstrong and Maxine Sullivan, and musical contributions from Count Basie and Benny Goodman.
Who directed Swingin' the Dream?
Swingin' the Dream was directed by Andrew Brooks.
Who stars in Swingin' the Dream?
The principal cast of Swingin' the Dream includes Kwame Kwei-Armah, Alfred Clay, Andrew French, Kemi-Bo Jacobs, Cornell John.
When was Swingin' the Dream released and how long is it?
Swingin' the Dream was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 52m.