This adaptation proves that anything is possible when it comes to Shakespeare. The Globe beware because Shakespeare Bard definitely has a modern take on things.
One of the things I love about the summer months is that everything in London moves outside – you can enjoy great food, drink and theatre in the beauty of the evening summer sun and surrounded by nature. Some plays lend themselves really well to being performed in the open air and none more so than Shakespeare. So when I was invited to see an open air performance of ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ performed by Permanently Bard theatre company, I was absolutely on board. Even better, the performance was in a pub beer garden, which combines two of my favourite things – theatre and alcohol.
A great spoof of musicals old and new, but it only works if you know the original shows. Take out a couple of the more abstract references to give it a wider audience appeal.
What is this feeling, so sudden and new? My excitement at seeing Wicked again, that’s what! Kerry Ellis returns to this record breaking show in a blaze of green glory.
Dance now wherever you may be! Michael Flatley may have given up his crown as the Lord of the Dance but I still watched this show in a state of childlike glee… for the most part.