A Midsummer Night's Dream London

Following its critically acclaimed success in 2019, A Midsummer Night’s Dream returns to the iconic Bridge Theatre for a strictly limited three-month run this summer.

Experience the comedic, magical journey of four young Athenians as they find themselves caught in a romantic entanglement.  

What is A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Bridge Theatre about?  

Nicholas Hytner’s immersive production of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream offers a modern and dynamic twist on the classic play. Returning to the Bridge Theatre for a limited three-month run, this captivating production features acrobats soaring above the audience and spellbinding effects. 

Hytner reimagines the roles of King Oberon and Queen Titania, showing Titania and her mischievous servant Puck outwit Oberon by making him fall in love with Bottom, a simple weaver. The actors portraying Oberon and Titania also take on the roles of Theseus and Hippolyta, the Duke of Athens and his bride-to-be.

Expect themes of love, deception and societal expectations throughout this highly anticipated revival, as the cast brilliantly navigates a tangled web of misunderstandings in pursuit of love and happiness. 

Who is in the cast of A Midsummer Night’s Dream?  

The cast features JJ Field (Ring Round The Moon and The Pride) in the roles of Oberon and Theseus, Susannah Fielding (The Merchant of Venice) as Titania and Hippolyta, Emmanuel Akwafo (For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When The Hue Gets Too Heavy) as Bottom and David Moorst (To Kill A Mockingbird) as Puck and Philostrate.

The same creative team from 2019 returns, with celebrated British director Nicholas Hytner, accompanied by production designer Bunny Christie, lighting designer Bruno Poet, costume designer Christina Cunningham and sound designer Paul Arditti.  

How to book tickets for A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Bridge Theatre?  

Book tickets for A Midsummer Night’s Dream directly with Visit London via the book now button on this page. When booking, you can choose your preferred seats and find ticket prices until the show ends in August 2025. 

The Bridge Theatre is set across three levels with three sections that wrap around the stage. The best seats are in the centre of the stalls with a clear, unrestricted view of the stage. There are often discounted seats in the front side rows and standing tickets in the ground-level pit area.

Please check with the venue for information about captioned, audio-described and British Sign Language (BSL) performances. 

When is A Midsummer Night’s Dream being shown at the Bridge Theatre?  

The Shakespeare classic is showing at the Bridge Theatre from 31 May to 20 August 2025 in a strictly limited three-month run.  

Evening performances start at 7.30pm Monday to Saturday.

Matinee performances are at 2.30pm on Thursdays and Saturdays. 

How long is A Midsummer Night’s Dream?  

The running time of the play is two hours and 40 minutes, including a 20-minute interval.

Where is A Midsummer Night’s Dream playing?  

The Bridge Theatre sits on the banks of the Thames in Potters Fields Park (SE1 2SG), which is right next to the iconic Tower Bridge and enjoys sweeping views of the Tower of London and the City. 

How to get there: 

• Underground – The nearest Tube stations are London Bridge (Northern and Jubilee lines) and Tower Hill (District and Circle lines), which are both around a 10-minute walk from the venue.  
• Bus – The following buses stop nearby: 42, 47, 78, 343, 381. 
• Cycle – Hire a Santander Cycles bike and ride direct to the Bridge Theatre. Docking stations can be found within walking distance of the venue on Tooley Street, Snowfields and Curlew Street. 

Is there an age restriction for A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Bridge Theatre?  

A Midsummer Night’s Dream is recommended for anyone aged five and over. It’s worth noting that all children under 16 must be accompanied by a ticket holder aged 18+. 

What other plays can I see in London? 

Discover more top plays in London’s West End this summer, including My Neighbour Totoro at the Gillian Lynne Theatre and the new stage adaptation of F Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby at the London Coliseum.