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A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM – ABRIDGED VERSION of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM(Digital Script)
In this abridged version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream; William Shakespeare’s stage classic; love, magic, betrayal, truth and desires take centre stage. This version works well for High School students or any ensemble that would like to go on an adventure courtesy of the Bard. Hermia has a decision to make, Lysander or Demetrius. She loves Lysander but Demetrius has a better standing in court, more money, though he’s not so nice. Hermia’s best friend Helena only has eyes for Demetrius and will do anything to have him. Including selling out Hermia and Lysander as they plan to elope. The four lovers end up lost in the forest trying to find their way out. However, what they encounter will change the course of their lives.
Minor changes in this version are based on the majority female cast i.e. Oberon becomes Aubra. Fairies are typically cast as female but can be swapped to fit any gender. This version retains all of this play’s fantastical elements with the fairies in the magical forest, the infamous play within the play, and two best friends vying for the love of two men who just cannot make up their minds! (Thanks, Puck.)
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Author: William Shakespeare. Adapted by Altaire Gural
Type: Short four act play, abdridged version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Genre: Comedy, romantic comedy
Cast: Ensemble Cast: 13F, 5M
Ages of the actors: Year/Grade six up
Suitable for: Younger teens/tweens up to adults to perform and all ages to watch
Length: One to one and half hours
Set: The Court, The Forest
Level of difficulty: 7/10 – language for younger players
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Like this play? Other contemporary plays based on Shakespeare:
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A Tale of Two Balconies – modern Romeo and Juliet comedy
You do what you can – one act parody on Mabceth
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