A Midsummer Night's Dream - Young People's Shakespeare Series
by William Shakespeare adapted by Catharine Hall-Schor
Why we like it
"'A Midsummer Night's Dream - Young People's Shakespeare Series' invites young actors to explore classic themes in a setting that emphasizes their creativity."
From: No-Set / Low-Set PlaysWhat readers are saying
Readers appreciate the whimsical nature and magical elements of this adaptation. Many find the story easy to follow and engaging, showcasing Shakespeare's ability to blend humor with dramatic themes. However, some noted a preference for the playwright's more serious works.
Synopsis
An enchanted forest.
Lost lovers.
The Queen of the fairies falls in love with an ass.
Simple workmen stage an outrageously comic play.
This one hour version uses brief narrations to keep the story clear.
The rest of the words are Shakespeare's.
Has been successfully produced with a K-6 cast.
Suggestions for directors.
Ideas for simple sets and costumes.
Grade school students learn that Shakespeare is fun with this delightful adaptation.
Even young children begin to appreciate the rich possibilities of our language as they perform Shakespeare's plays.
The exciting world of Elizabethan England comes to life for students as they participate in Shakespeare's world.
Publication
A Midsummer Night's Dream - Young People's Shakespeare Series is a adaptation play written by William Shakespeare adapted by Catharine Hall-Schor and published by Mountainside Press (2003).
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Mountainside Press · 2003 · 46 pp
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