The plot focuses on three parallel stories: the trials and experiences of two sets of lovers camping in a magical forest, the world of the Fairy King and Queen and their elves, and a group of rough craftsmen attempting to stage a production of "Pyramus and Thisby" for the wedding of the Duke of Athens.
Hermia is in love with Lysander, but her father wants her to marry Demetrius. To escape the arranged marriage, she and Lysander elope into the woods. Demetrius follows them, and he is pursued by Helena, who nurses an unrequited passion for him. A love quadrangle develops among the young lovers when mischievous Puck plays Cupid. "The course of true love never did run smooth" says Lysander. Meanwhile, a group of amateur actors rehearses a badly-written play in the woods, and soon all find their lives changed by the doings of Oberon and Titania, the warring king and queen of the fairies. Magic, action, love and humor are the ingredients for this unforgettable spell.
This work is widely performed around the world, and no wonder - it's about the world's most popular pastime, falling in love. But as Puck knows, falling in love can make fools of us all. Love is crazy, love is mad. Will love win out in the end?
Themes in the play:
- lust
- disappointment
- confusion
- marriage
Previous productions:
One previous production of this play is in the form of a film directed by Michael Hoffman. The cast included actors such as Rupert Everett, Michelle Peiffer and Kevin Kline.
Another version of this play is Nancy Meckler's performance in 2011, which got a five star review from the telegraph.
My opinion:
I'm thinking something along the lines of the group of fairy's or possibly the group of 'rough craftsmen' because I think these characters could be played and created very well.
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