A Midsummer Night's Dream

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Shakespeare’s enchanting, spellbinding comedy comes to life in London’s most beautiful outdoor theatre.

3.8 62 reviews from 62 verified reviews
  • Booking until: Saturday, 18 July 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 40min. Incl. 1 interval.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream in London

Four young lovers caught in a chaotic love quadrangle flee into the woods outside Athens, where a group of would-be actors are rehearsing for a play that's poised to go wrong. The hapless humans soon find themselves caught in the middle of a bitter dispute in the fairy kingdom, where King Oberon and Queen Titania are in a lovers' quarrel of their own. When the mischievous trickster Puck slips the lovers a love potion and transforms the player Bottom into a donkey-headed beast, confusion and hilarity ensue, as reality threatens to collide with the realm of dreams.

No season at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre is complete without a bit of Shakespeare, and no Shakespeare play is better suited to a beautiful outdoor theatre than A Midsummer Night's Dream, which immerses audiences into an enchanted forest filled with fairies, spells, and romance. This blissful, dreamy production is directed by Atri Banerjee (The Glass Menagerie, Julius Caesar, RSC), with a score by Maimuna Memon (Portia Coughlan, Almeida; The Grapes of Wrath) that's filled with gorgeous folk-infused melodies. Experience Shakespeare's enchanting comedy, filled with witty humour, heartwarming romance, and dizzying twists and turns, right here in a magical outdoor setting.

Book now and kick off your summer with Shakespeare's most magical comedy in the heart of Regent's Park.

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A Midsummer Night's Dream Ticket Information

  • Booking until:

    Saturday, 18 July 2026

  • Running time:

    2hr 40min. Incl. 1 interval.

  • Age restrictions

    Ages 10+. Children under the age of 4 will not be admitted to the venue.

  • Cancellations & Refunds

    Once booked, tickets to A Midsummer Night's Dream are usually non exchangeable and non refundable as per our terms & conditions. In practice, however, we will do our best to accommodate your request as long as we are notified at least 48 hours before the performance. Please contact us for more information.

A Midsummer Night's Dream Frequently Asked Questions

What is the running time for A Midsummer Night's Dream?

The running time is 2 hours 40 minutes including a 20 minute interval.

What ages is A Midsummer Night's Dream appropriate for?

Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Under 11s must have a seated ticket and will not be permitted in the standing area. Children under 5 cannot be admitted to the venue.

What is the creative team behind A Midsummer Night's Dream?

The show is directed by Nicholas Hytner, with imaginative production design by Bunny Christie, costumes by Christina Cunningham, lighting by Bruno Poet, sound by Paul Arditti, movement direction by Arlene Phillips, musical arrangement by Grant Olding, and associate direction/movement by James Cousins.

Does A Midsummer Night's Dream have audience participation?

Yes, the production features immersive staging. Audience members have the option to stand in the central pit, moving with cast members through the forest-like environment. Scenes include fairies dangling overhead, characters navigating beds, and playful interactions (like conjuring conga lines or handing phones to cast). Seating on the sides remains static but surrounded by dynamic action.

What seats should I select to best enjoy the show?

If you want to be part of the action, opt for the immersive pit standing seats, but be warned you will have to stand and occasionally move around for the duration of the show. Central Stalls seats also offer a close-up, visually immersive experience and greater comfort. Gallery seats, especially in row B of Gallery 1, offer elevated views of the set and the aerial choreography.

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A Midsummer Night's Dream reviews

3.8 out of 5 62 reviews

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Latest customer reviews

All reviews are from customers who have been invited to leave a review just after seeing A Midsummer Night's Dream.

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The production was so badly done that I left in the interval ( quite a number of people didn’t even stay that long. This wonderful Shakespeare play should have some magic and this was completely lacking.

J Reviewed on 14 July 2026 by
United Kingdom

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Fantastic show!

E Reviewed on 13 July 2026 by
Belgium

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Appalling

Appalling production. All the magic and poetry of this play were completely destroyed by this production. Terrible music drowned out the actors and presenting some of the most delightful parts of the play in rap music was disastrous. It was ugly, harsh, shouty and lacking all magic and enchantment. A Midsummer nights nightmare.

P Reviewed on 12 July 2026 by
United Kingdom

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If you are considering buying a ticket, be aware that much of the experience relies on the beauty of the park itself rather than the production. The setting is stunning, but you can enjoy that without paying for the show. The stage design was very basic, the production lacked creativity, and the acting was underwhelming. For the price, I expected a far more professional and compelling performance.

B Reviewed on 12 July 2026 by
Austria

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Desperately trying to be maximum inclusive

The theatre itself is absolutely beautiful but it was for both of us the worst play we’ve ever been to. The female lead was played by a trans man with boobs and a man’s voice, another was played by a deaf man who was hard to understand of course, a big girl with crutches, a pink haired lesbian,… I don’t have anything against loving whoever you love but this cast does not represent a normal life situation… it feels like pushing that topic too hard

S Reviewed on 11 July 2026 by
United Kingdom

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A dreamlike gateway to the world of Shakespeare

The arboreal setting evoked a fairytale atmosphere. The refreshments were varied and reasonably priced. It was a heatwave, however staff provided lots and lots of iced water jugs which helped. Shakespeare would have been proud of the crowd pleasing portrayal of his work… just the right amount of humour too!! Thank you we will be coming again. Would love to see Macbeth here 😬😉

C Reviewed on 11 July 2026 by
United Kingdom

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Wonderfully entertaining

P Reviewed on 10 July 2026 by
South Africa

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Unbearably Awful

It was so bad that we left in the interval and as we walking to the tube, we encountered several other people who had also left because it was so bad. The bizarre bursting into song at random points, the appallingly over the top acting, and the unnecessary modern vernacular inserted into the actual language. The only performance that wasn’t terrible as the person who played Helen.

H Reviewed on 10 July 2026 by
United Kingdom

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A balmy evening of culture in Regent's Park

A great show performed by a seasoned group accomplished actors in a wonderful London setting.

A Reviewed on 09 July 2026 by
United Kingdom

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Absolutely dreadful pretentious tosh.

The show is a complete abomination. It treats the audience with contempt. The acting is hammy. The sound production poor. Do not waste your money or time.

T Reviewed on 08 July 2026 by
Singapore

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A whimsical evening

I was not sure what to expect of this show (having never seen a Shakespeare play before) but it was a truly riveting evening. The show had humour, excellent performers and amazing musicians. I thoroughly enjoyed it. The seat was more comfortable than I expected too which was nice! A truly lovely evening in the open air of regents park.

K Reviewed on 07 July 2026 by
Australia

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Not worth the cheap tix

Play poor, if you don’t know the ins and outs of story you get lost. Hard to hear even in row L. Really hard to follow plot

R Reviewed on 07 July 2026 by
United Kingdom

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Ethereal with a modern touch

Loved the dynamic between Puck and Oberon, the modern touches and the music which all added to the humour and magic

L Reviewed on 07 July 2026 by
Switzerland

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An unexpected version…

I knew this would be a modern adaptation of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream, but unfortunately it just didn’t work for me. I often felt lost and confused, struggling to understand the director’s vision. The cast delivered strong performances, and the actors were clearly talented. However, the production was nothing like I had expected. I was hoping for at least some set design, props, or even a few costumes to help bring the story to life, but the staging was extremely minimal. By the interval, I was seriously considering leaving, and in the end I decided not to stay for the second half. Sadly, this production just wasn’t for me.

S Reviewed on 06 July 2026 by
France

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Great experience for tweens

Grandparent treat was a success! Matinee Saturday show was great for 12 year olds. Watching Shakespeare being brought to life has made the classroom work much easier. Long ice cream queues were predictable due to the hot weather. But a great memory made.

A Reviewed on 05 July 2026 by
United Kingdom

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Wonderful Summertime experience

Magical setting for a magical play. Excellent acting from everyone in the cast.

P Reviewed on 05 July 2026 by
United Kingdom

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Must see

D Reviewed on 05 July 2026 by
United Kingdom

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Poor interpretation

M Reviewed on 04 July 2026 by
United Kingdom

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Simply terrible

Woke and unsuitable for grown ups

B Reviewed on 02 July 2026 by
United Kingdom

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Not worthy

Not good actors and very confusing some of the accents, place is pretty, this mix of actors is a bit weird

L Reviewed on 30 June 2026 by
United Kingdom

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A creative and absolutely theatrical show

I found this production to by mighty creative. I was thoroughly entertained and surprised all the way through. I could never predict what the actors, singers and accompanying music and costumes were going to do. The funny bits were VERY funny, the actors use of space on and especially off stage was awesome, and the concert style performance of some of the songs was so cool to watch. I felt like I was experiencing Shakespeare for the first time. A great and different way to spend time at the theatre for sure.

M Reviewed on 29 June 2026 by
United Kingdom

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Baking Bard !

L Reviewed on 27 June 2026 by
Australia

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Very fun and enjoyable

Z Reviewed on 27 June 2026 by
United Kingdom

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Disappointing

How to ruin such a beautiful play with the most ugly stage setting considering where it.Extremely disappointing !

D Reviewed on 26 June 2026 by
United Kingdom

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*__*

A Reviewed on 24 June 2026 by
Italy

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A lovely way to spend the evening!

R Reviewed on 23 June 2026 by
United Kingdom

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A must see show!!!!

I recently went to see *A Midsummer Night's Dream*, and it was absolutely amazing. From the moment the performance began, the atmosphere was captivating and magical, perfectly capturing the enchanting spirit of Shakespeare's play. The cast delivered fantastic performances throughout, bringing both the comedy and charm of the story to life. The energy on stage was infectious, and the audience was completely drawn into the world of fairies, lovers, and mischief. Every scene felt vibrant and engaging, with excellent pacing and plenty of laugh-out-loud moments. What stood out most was the overall atmosphere—it felt immersive, joyful, and genuinely special. It's one of those productions that reminds you why live theatre can be such a memorable experience. I enjoyed it so much that I'm already eager to watch it again. Highly recommended for both Shakespeare enthusiasts and anyone looking for a magical evening at the theatre.

I Reviewed on 23 June 2026 by
United Kingdom

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Inventive and pacy

Second half def more enjoyable. Only negative was the scene shifting just as Puck was in her last speech

C Reviewed on 20 June 2026 by
United Kingdom

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