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Opera North presents a captivating production of Benjamin Britten's "A Midsummer Night's Dream," set to enchant audiences from 12 October to 20 November 2024. This joyously theatrical adaptation of Shakespeare's beloved comedy unfolds in a world where the powerful Fairy King Oberon and Queen Tytania are embroiled in a fierce dispute, causing a climate catastrophe. Meanwhile, in Athens, the lives of two young women and their suitors take a tumultuous turn upon escaping to the woods, where love and chaos ensue, especially when the amateur actor Bottom finds himself in an unexpected transformation.

Directed by Martin Duncan and featuring a cast including James Laing as Oberon, Daisy Brown as Tytania, and Henry Waddington as Bottom, this production promises an intoxicating atmosphere where love is the ultimate drug. The opera, sung in English with English subtitles, is celebrated for Britten's tuneful, witty, and beguiling music that captures the essence of night, dreams, and the supernatural.

Performances are scheduled at various prestigious venues, including Leeds Grand Theatre, Newcastle Theatre Royal, The Lowry in Salford Quays, and Theatre Royal in Nottingham. The running time is approximately 3 hours, including one interval, ensuring an immersive experience. Ticket prices start from £16, with digital and printed programs available for purchase in advance.

Opera North offers a range of ticket packages and discounts, including season ticket packages, under 30s memberships, and new to opera discounts. Additionally, becoming a Friend of Opera North for just £5 per month grants early access to favorite seats, dress rehearsals, and exclusive events.

Booking dates vary by venue, with priority booking available for patrons and friends of Opera North. General ticket sales open shortly after, ensuring everyone has the opportunity to witness this spellbinding production.

Don't miss the chance to experience "A Midsummer Night's Dream" by Opera North, a production full of wit, wonder, and laughter, hailed by critics as "wonderfully funny" and "about as good as it gets."

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A Midsummer Night's Dream

Leeds Grand Theatre

Newcastle Theatre Royal

Theatre Royal & Royal Concert Hall

The Quays

Following our run of A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Garsington Opera
this summer, we bring a semi-staged performance to the Royal Albert Hall stage as part of this year’s BBC Proms.

In a mystical world, humans are muddled and misled by the inhabitants of a fairy world. Becoming the playthings of the quarrelling King Oberon and Queen Tytania. This tale of enchantment, madness and love is brought to life through Britten’s extraordinary orchestration, creating a sound-world of unearthly beauty.

BBC Proms: Britten’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Royal Albert Hall

A visually striking and atmospheric production of Britten’s retelling of Shakespeare’s tale is co-produced with Santa Fe Opera and will include members of our Youth Company as the children’s chorus. We are delighted that this large ensemble cast will feature returning Garsington artists, including Iestyn Davies and Lucy Crowe, bringing magic to the Opera Pavilion with its enchanting garden setting.

Wormsley

We bring Britten’s musical retelling of Shakespeare’s beloved A Midsummer Night’s Dream to the Garsington Opera stage.

In a mystical world, humans are muddled and misled by the inhabitants of a fairy world. Becoming the playthings of the quarrelling King Oberon and Queen Tytania. This tale of enchantment, madness and love is brought to life through Britten’s extraordinary orchestration, creating a sound-world of unearthly beauty.

Camilla Harris

Soprano

Events

Upcoming events

Oct 12 - Nov 20, 2024

A Midsummer Night's Dream · Opera North

Past events

Oct 12 - Nov 20, 2024

A Midsummer Night's Dream · Opera North

Sep 10, 2024

BBC Proms: Britten’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream · Philharmonia Orchestra

Future and recently performed repertoire

Helena in A Midsummer Night's Dream by Britten

Garsington Opera

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