March 4, 2014 | Theatre,

CHECK OUT THESE FILMS, BOOKS AND MUSIC RELATED TO A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM!

 

By Karina Assad

FILM

Slings and Arrows (2008)

This show takes place at the New Burbage Theater Festival in Canada, where the world of business and demand are always clashing with the artists. Starring Paul Gross, Martha Burns, Stephen Ouimette, Susan Coyne, and Mark McKinney, this series reveals the world of classic Shakespeare Theater and all its ups and downs. You can even catch the New Burbage Theater Festival’s production of Midsummer Night’s Dream in the first episode!

 

A Midsummer Night’s Dream (1999)

Brush up your Shakespeare with this 1999 movie of a Midsummer Night’s Dream. This star-studded production features Kevin Kline as Nick Bottom, Michelle Pfeiffer as Titania, Rupert Everett as Oberon, Stanley Tucci as Puck and Christian Bale as Demetrius. Watch to recall the story or just for pure enjoyment!

ShakespeaRE- Told: A Midsummer Night’s Dream (2007)

Love comedies and fairies but not ready for the Shakespearean language yet? Then gorge yourself on this hilarious adaptation of A Midsummer Nights Dream, adapted by Peter Bowker and broadcasted by BBC One. If you like this adaptation then check out some of the other ones in their arsenal: Macbeth, Much Ado About Nothing, and Taming of the Shrew.

 

A Midsummer Night’s Dream will play at the Emerson/Cutler Majestic Theatre from Mar 6-15. For more information and tickets, visit our website here.

 

BOOKS

Handspring Puppet Company, edited by Jane Taylor (2009)

Enrich yourself with The Handspring Puppet Company’s first ever full-length book. This book contains the secrets of their brilliance behind many of their masterpieces, including War Horse. Along with essays on the work, gorgeous photographs and illustrations are included as well. This is a must read!

 

No Fear Shakespeare: A Midsummer Night’s Dream by Sparknotes (2003)

Not one who easily understands Shakespeare? Well, now you can literally have no fear of the Bard! This book breaks down every single line, puts it into modern-day text, and also comes with a full character break down for your convenience. So if you are feeling anxious about the language, run to you local bookstore and pick one up!

Speak the Speech! By Sami Plotkin Rhona Silverbush (2002)

Excited to see all your favorite Midsummer speeches but also crave more? This book includes all of the famous speeches in Shakespeare’s work with helpful notes to go along with it. It’s a staple to anyone Shakespearean actors tool kit!

 

 

A Midsummer Night’s Dream will play at the Emerson/Cutler Majestic Theatre from Mar 6-15. For more information and tickets, visit our website here.

MUSIC

Soundtrack from the Production of War Horse (2012)

Enjoy the music from the first collaboration of Old Vic and Handspring: War Horse. This soundtrack includes all of the memorable moments of the show through the magic of song. Re-live all the precious moments in the comfort of home.

 

Britten: A Midsummer Night’s Dream (1990)

If you are a true classical theatergoer at heart, then be sure to check out this recording of A Midsummer Night’s Dream as an opera. The music was written by Benjamin Britten and then adapted and composed for Shakespeare’s play by Peter Pears. This is sure to bring an evening of magic in any household.

The Complete Arkangel Shakespeare: 38 Fully Dramatized Plays (2003)

Not much of a reader but really enjoy the language of Shakespeare? This full set audio collection of Shakespeare’s plays allows you to listen to Shakespeare;s most beloved works all you want without worrying about wearing out your eyes. Perfect for multitasking and long drives!

 

 

A Midsummer Night’s Dream will play at the Emerson/Cutler Majestic Theatre from Mar 6-15. For more information and tickets, visit our website here.