A Midsummer Night’s Dream – Queensland Ballet
25–28 October 2023
A Midsummer Night's Dream has captured the hearts of many, young and old, in the centuries since it was written. Brimming with mischief and mayhem, Shakespeare's fantastical masterpiece interweaves the magical realm of fairies and woodland creatures with the mortal world of unrequited lovers. This enchanting Shakespearean comedy is beautifully enhanced by Tracy Grant Lord’s shimmering sets and Kendall Smith’s ambient lighting designs. Liam Scarlett’s witty choreography brings the woodlands and vivid characters to life, to the sublime score by Felix Mendelssohn. Don’t miss one of Scarlett’s most exceptional productions as Queensland Ballet tours to Canberra.Opening Night Gala
Join us for a glamorous night at the theatre! The Opening Night Gala is a red carpet event with drinks, canapes and live music, all in celebration of one of Australia’s leading ballet companies. Black tie optional (definitely encouraged)!
Details
When: Post-show (9.30pm), Wednesday 25 October
Where: Canberra Theatre Centre Link Bar
Price: $60pp, in addition to price of the ticket.
How to Book: When purchasing your tickets online, simply select your seats and choose 'TICKET AND GALA ENTRY' tickets. Or you can always call our friendly Box Office staff on (02) 6275 2700 for assistance.
Production performed to recorded music. Recording by Queensland Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Nigel Gaynor. A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a co-production between Queensland Ballet and Royal New Zealand Ballet. It was first performed in Wellington, New Zealand, on 20 August 2015.
Show details:
Synopsis
25–28 October 2023
A Midsummer Night’s Dream has captured the hearts of many, young and old, in the centuries since it was written. Brimming with mischief and mayhem, Shakespeare’s fantastical masterpiece interweaves the magical realm of fairies and woodland creatures with the mortal world of unrequited lovers.
This enchanting Shakespearean comedy is beautifully enhanced by Tracy Grant Lord’s shimmering sets and Kendall Smith’s ambient lighting designs. Liam Scarlett’s witty choreography brings the woodlands and vivid characters to life, to the sublime score by Felix Mendelssohn.
Don’t miss one of Scarlett’s most exceptional productions as Queensland Ballet tours to Canberra.
Opening Night Gala
Join us for a glamorous night at the theatre! The Opening Night Gala is a red carpet event with drinks, canapes and live music, all in celebration of one of Australia’s leading ballet companies. Black tie optional (definitely encouraged)!
Details
When: Post-show (9.30pm), Wednesday 25 October
Where: Canberra Theatre Centre Link Bar
Price: $60pp, in addition to price of the ticket.
How to Book: When purchasing your tickets online, simply select your seats and choose ‘TICKET AND GALA ENTRY’ tickets. Or you can always call our friendly Box Office staff on (02) 6275 2700 for assistance.
Production performed to recorded music. Recording by Queensland Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Nigel Gaynor.
A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a co-production between Queensland Ballet and Royal New Zealand Ballet. It was first performed in Wellington, New Zealand, on 20 August 2015.
Dates & Times
Wednesday 25 October 2023, 7.30pm
Thursday 26 October 2023, 7.30pm
Friday 27 October 2023, 7.30pm
Saturday 28 October 2023, 1.30pm & 7.30pm
Opening Night Gala
Opening Night Gala
Join us for a glamorous night at the theatre! The Opening Night Gala is a red carpet event with drinks, canapes and live music, all in celebration of one of Australia’s leading ballet companies. Black tie optional (definitely encouraged)!
Details
When: Post-show (9.30pm), Wednesday 25 October
Where: Canberra Theatre Centre Link Bar
Price: $60pp, in addition to price of the ticket.
How to Book: When purchasing your tickets online, simply select your seats and choose ‘TICKET AND GALA ENTRY’ tickets. Or you can always call our friendly Box Office staff on (02) 6275 2700 for assistance.
Details
PRESENTED BY:
Canberra Theatre Centre in association with Queensland Ballet
CATEGORY:
Dance
DURATION:
Approximately 120 minutes, including interval.
WARNINGS:
This performance may contain strobe lighting and fog/haze effects.
AGE SUITABILITY:
This performance is suitable for ages 13+, or with parental discretion.
VENUE:
Canberra Theatre
SEATING PLAN
ACCESS INFORMATION
Credits
Choreographer Liam Scarlett
Music Felix Mendelssohn
Music Arranger Nigel Gaynor
Set and Costume Designer Tracy Grant Lord
Lighting designer Kendall Smith
Revival Lighting Designer Cameron Goerg
Production performed to recorded music. Recording by Queensland Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Nigel Gaynor.
A co-production between Queensland Ballet and Royal New Zealand Ballet.
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