A Midsummer Night’s Dream with a 1970s' Twist

Posted November 18, 2024

The Montgomery High School Theater Department will produce William Shakespeare’s classic comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream — infused with a vibrant 1970s' theme — on November 22 and 23.

Jake Puleio and Flora Blodgett.

In this classic tale, four young lovers, a troupe of amateur actors, and a host of fairies navigate the complexities of romance and enchantment in a magical forest. With its rich themes of love, illusion, and transformation, A Midsummer Night’s Dream continues to resonate with audiences of all ages. Audiences can expect fabulous 1970s-inspired costumes, groovy music, and plenty of laughs as Montgomery's young performers, directed by David Gordon, bring new life to Shakespeare’s characters. The production features an ensemble of student musicians incorporating music by artists such as Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan.

Katherine Knehr, Megan Otken, Flora Blodgett, Zoe Olenick, Alyanna Schulman, Lola Brambla, and Katarina Foxx.

The student actors have had a fantastic time in their first time performing a Shakespeare play. “Understanding the motivations and emotions of my character, and working to portray those recognizably to an audience, has brought me closer to the language of Shakespeare than I otherwise would in a typical classroom setting,” said junior Amanda Baumunk. “By seeing the show, every audience member will hopefully gain a greater appreciation for Shakespeare, especially because of our fun, accessible setting.” Junior Vamsi Jamoriya told The Montgomery News, “I’ve never had so much fun rehearsing any play. I know that audiences will have as much fun watching this play as the cast has performing it.”

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Performances take place at the Montgomery Performing Arts Center on Friday, November 22 and Saturday, November 23, both at 7 pm. Tickets cost $12 for general admission and $8 for students and seniors. Tickets may be purchased at the door or in advance online at our.show/mhs/midsummer. Join Montgomery High School student actors for a night of laughter, love, music, and enchanting surprises as they celebrate one of Shakespeare’s most cherished works — A Midsummer Night’s Dream!