A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Globe tickets
About A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Globe
Don’t miss A Midsummer Night’s Dream like you’ve never seen it before. This winter, Shakespeare’s Globe and Headlong reunite for a haunting new production of one of Shakespeare’s most beloved, magical plays. Book A Midsummer Night’s Dream tickets on TodayTix.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a play where four young lovers flee into a forest being ruled by wild forces in an attempt to escape a city ruled by tyranny. In the forest, the Fairy King and Queen, Oberon and Titania, wage a brutal war over a stolen child, unleashing the mischief of the unruly Puck. As night falls and snow descends in midsummer, love and surrealism intertwine in a world where reality begins to melt away entirely.
Directed by Naeem Hayat (The Comedy of Errors), alongside Headlong artistic director Holly Race Roughan, this majestic co-production transforms this familiar tale into something eerie. With candlelight, music, and snow conjured before your eyes, it’s a re-interpretation of Shakespeare’s work that binds both darkness and wonder in a timeless tale.
Run time
2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval
Categories
Age
Ages 12+.
Start date
13th November, 2025
End date
31st January, 2026
Venue
Directions
Location: Fringe/Off West End
Railway station: Blackfriars
Bus numbers: Lavington Street (Stop SW) 381
More information about A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Globe
This candlelit staging of A Midsummer Night's Dream marks the first time Shakespeare's beloved comedy has been performed in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, which glows entirely by candlelight. The result is an immersive experience unlike anything you've seen before.
Following their acclaimed 2022 collaboration on Henry V, Shakespeare's Globe and Headlong join together once more to explore the strange world of A Midsummer Night's Dream. With the co-direction of Holly Race Roughan and Naeem Hayat, the play draws out its darker themes, where desire meets brutal chaos and dreams become nightmares.
This performance promises a magnificent cast led by Hedydd Dylan, Michael Marcus, and Sergo Vares, and a wonderful creative team including designer Max Johns, lighting designer Joshie Hariette, sound designer Nicola T Chang, and costume supervisor Jackie Orton. Prepare to see this beloved classic tale like you've never seen before through a darker, flickering gaze.
What to watch for
- Uranus's moons Oberon, Titania, and Puck were all named after characters from A Midsummer Night's Dream.
- The story in the film Die Hard was changed from taking place over three days to taking place over one, after A Midsummer Night's Dream inspired the director.
- The character of Puck is based on a brownie-like spirit taken from English/Celtic mythology
- There have been at least six film versions of A Midsummer Night's Dream between the years 1909 and 1999.
Frequently asked questions
What is A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Globe about?
Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream returns to the stage in a breathtaking candlelit production. Directed by Naeem Hayat and Holly Race Roughan, this winter staging transforms a classic tale of love and illusion into a haunted dream filled with snow, music, and magic.
How do you get tickets for A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Globe?
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What is the running time of A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Globe?
A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Globe runs for 2hr 20min. Incl. 1 interval
Which theatre is A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Globe at?
A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Globe is at London's Sam Wanamaker Playhouse, which is located at 21 New Globe Walk, Bankside, London, SE1 9DT.
What is the age recommendation for A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Globe?
Ages 12+.
How much are tickets for A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Globe?
A Midsummer Night’s Dream - Globe tickets start at £8.
Who wrote A Midsummer Night's Dream?
William Shakespeare wrote the play.
Who directed A Midsummer Night's Dream?
Naeem Hayat and Holly Race Roughan direct the show.
Is A Midsummer Night's Dream appropriate for kids?
This play is ideal for those ages 12 and above.
Is A Midsummer Night's Dream good?
This reimagined A Midsummer Night’s Dream is unlike anything seen before. It is a haunting version of Shakespeare’s beloved comedy that is illuminated by beauty, wit, and wonder. With an intimate staging, deeply compelling performances, and atmospheric excellence, it transforms a timeless classic into something startlingly new. This will truly be an unforgettable winter night.
