William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Maynardville Open-air Theatre

Fred Abrahamse’s African-infused production of Shakespeare’s classic love story moves to Maynardville for the summer

William Shakespeare’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ takes to the stage at Maynardville’s outdoor theatre from Monday, 21 January, until Saturday, 23 February 2013.

This all-time classic English theatre piece is given a fresh coat with a truly African twist. Lasers, a deconstructed forest and renowned actors bring to life the story that has been made famous through the centuries as the celebrated playwrights’ works have been performed on stage and taught at schools and universities around the world.

The Maynardville production will highlight the levity and heart-warming tale of love that still strikes a chord today. Famed director and master of multiple theatrical arts Fred Abrahamse places the bard’s classic work in a world that will appeal to young audiences and seasoned theatre patrons alike.

The production was a hit with a truly diverse audience during its 2012 run at the Artscape and promises to do the same at the home of Shakespeare in the Mother City, Maynardville. The open-air venue has become a must for learners who want to see their set works brought to life. This year (2013) marks the its 57th season.

Tickets for ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ at Maynardville

Previews of the show will take place on Monday, 21 and Tuesday, 22 January 2013 and ticket prices range from R110 for two to R160 for two, depending on how close to the stage you are. These special rates only apply to tickets bought in pairs; single tickets will be charged at the full price (R110 or R160p/p). Tickets are available through Computicket.com. To take advantage of the half-price preview tickets, call Computicket on +27 (0)861 915 8000.

Tickets for the rest of the show’s run (Wednesday, 23 January until Saturday, 23 February 2013) range from R110p/p to R160p/p, depending on your proximity to the stage and tickets are available through Computicket.com.

Discounts are available for block bookings of 10 and more and can be bought at the Maynardville box office. Pensioners and learners (between 6 and 18) can get tickets at R100p/p, provided they buy their tickets at least 30 minutes before the show and provide a valid ID at Maynardville’s box office.

Shows start promptly at 8:15pm.

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