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Shakespeare in the Park returns to Singapore with A Midsummer Night’s Dream
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Step into a world of magic and mischief as Shakespeare in the Park returns with the playwright's most popular comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream
As Shakespeare writes: “Sit by my side, and let the world slip: we shall ne’er be younger.”
This month, get to do just that—sit by the grass, forget your troubles and watch as one of the bard’s most popular romantic comedies, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, come to life with Singapore Repertory Theatre’s (SRT) Shakespeare in the Park.
After a five-year hiatus, one of SRT’s most popular productions is returning to Fort Canning Park from now until May 28. An annual affair, Shakespeare in the Park is a theatrical program honouring the iconic playwright by bringing some of his most popular works to the stage.
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream
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Artistic director of SRT Gaurav Kripalani says: “We stay true to the text, but set the production in a contemporary setting in order to make the show relatable to audiences today. The fact that a play can still remain relevant 450 years later is a testament to the genius of Shakespeare.”
Set in Athenia, A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a comedy consisting of several interconnecting plots that revolve around the marriage of Theseus and Hippolyta. The play is filled with witty wordplay and comedic scenes.
This year’s play is directed by award-winning Guy Unsworth and stars Julie Week, Ghafir Akbar and Krish Natarajan.
Whether you are looking for a date night idea or something fun to do with the family, head down to Fort Canning Park for a night of magic and mischief.
Shakespeare in the Park will run from now until May 28.
Amanda Goh was the former senior writer for Tatler Singapore.
