Review: A magical night to enjoy a Midsummer Night’s Dream

A not-so-warm night under the stars watching a small cast recite Shakespeare in the woods may struggle to appeal even from the most renowned theatre company.

But for GB’s cast of 13 bringing a Midsummer Night’s Dream to Warwick Castle, the task was effortless and they held the audience transfixed from the opening lines right though to the final bow.

Armed with only the trees behind them and a pair of tatty ass’ ears, the actors were effortless in keeping the audience right with them through every twist in the tale of trickery and love throughout the evening.

Even as the night went on and the blankets came out, the actors managed to kept the audience mesmerised with an infectious energy and vibrancy.

All helped with the many hilarious inserts from the brilliantly played travelling performers ‘The Mechanicals’, as the actors they brought the comical caricatures to life.

They had the audience on side from the moment they gathered on the stage and by the end, had crowds roaring with laughter through the excellently played rendition of the play so humorously plotted throughout the show.

And not forgetting the loved role of Puck who actor, Doug McRobbie brought to life with a cheeky wink and mischievous chuckle.

The performance was hilarious and brilliantly done, and the company more than lived up to its reputation for delivering unforgettable and hugely enjoyable outdoor stage shows.

The cast’s energy and enthusiasm on top of a flawless knowledge of the play made the entire performance effortless and enjoyable for all.

There was no hint of a tried over rehearsed play and it was immediately clear that the professional cast can deliver their stuff just as well as they know it.

Top show, highly recommended.

Hannah Smith