Shakespeare, Clearly: A Midsummer Night's Dream

adapted from William Shakespeare

Length: 25-30 minutes

Cast Size: 10-35 actors (suggested casting: 6F, 6M, 9 any)

Genre: Comedy

Sub-Genre: Shakespeare, Fantasy

Synopsis:
Shakespeare’s most-popular comedy of adventure, marriage, and forest creatures is boiled down to a brisk 30 minutes in this one-act adaptation. This straightforward adaptation mixing contemporary and classical language emphasizes story and character rather than the poetry. Master director and acclaimed playwright Jon Jory has reimagined the classic tale to serve as an early introduction for yo...Read More

Shakespeare Clearly: A Midsummer Night's Dream adapted by Jon Jory

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Item	Price	Total
Acting Edition Book A published paperback edition of the play. Use for perusal reading or production purposes.	$10.99	$0
Acting Edition Book A published paperback edition of the play. Use for perusal reading or production purposes.	$10.99	$0
Production PDF Scripts Instantly delivered, printable scripts for your cast and crew.	$10.00	$0.00
Minimum scripts required for production This title is generally produced with a minimum cast and crew of 23. Please order at least that amount or, in the field below, please indicate a reason for ordering under the minimum (for example, you are using fewer actors). If you have previously ordered sufficient scripts, please indicate that here and provide your order/invoice number.
Archival Video License A license to record an archival video of your production.	$75.00	$0.00
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Type of Script	Price	Total
Acting Edition Book A published paperback edition of the play. Use for perusal reading or production purposes.	$10.99	$0
Acting Edition Book A published paperback edition of the play. Use for perusal reading or production purposes.	$10.99	$0
PDF Production / Classroom Scripts Printable PDF scripts intended for PRODUCTION or CLASSROOM USE. You must order one copy for each person in your cast/crew or classroom.	$10.00	$0
PDF Perusal Copy A Printable PDF for PERUSAL PURPOSES ONLY. Enter the number of copies you wish to print.	$10.00	$0

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Product specification details
Genre	Comedy
Sub-genre	Shakespeare, Fantasy
Length Type	One-Act
Theme	Faithful Adaptation, Romance
Cast Size	10-35 actors (suggested casting: 6F, 6M, 9 any)
Approx. Running Time	25-30 minutes
Production Photos	View Photos

* Minimum Royalty: $55.00 / performance

Script PDF: $10.00

Acting Edition Book: $10.99

* Listed royalties are minimum rates for non-professional and school productions. Actual rates will be calculated during checkout. Professional rates are determined after an application is submitted.

Shakespeare’s most-popular comedy of adventure, marriage, and forest creatures is boiled down to a brisk 30 minutes in this one-act adaptation. This straightforward adaptation mixing contemporary and classical language emphasizes story and character rather than the poetry. Master director and acclaimed playwright Jon Jory has reimagined the classic tale to serve as an early introduction for younger audiences and actors that allows easy involvement. Inventive yet faithful, this adaptation will inspire actors and audiences alike to revisit Shakespeare’s original texts. Gender-neutral casting is encouraged and doubling is possible. Simple stage allows for a fluid and forward moving production.