March 14 - June 9
“The course of true love never did run smooth…” – Act I, Scene 1
In this beguiling comedy, no one ends as they began. Magic-wielding fairies, yearning lovers, and foolish clowns swap one role for another as they romp through an enchanted wood—with their antics set down in some of Shakespeare’s most glorious and indelible words. “Lord, what fools these mortals be”….and how we love them!
This show will be ensemble-directed as an ASC Artists’ Renaissance production.
Run time: 2 hours 30 minutes including one 15-minute intermission
Age requirement: 7 and up (read full policies here)
Read more about our Staging Conditions and Casting Practices here.
“If you’re looking for an uproarious good time, there’s no other place on the planet where you can wear yourself out with belly laughs, even at the oldest and cheapest gags, than the American Shakespeare Center’s current production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. It’s always a pleasure to see the company at its comedic best, and this production is no exception; their creativity and devil-may-care attitude are on full display here, and in the intimate confines of the Blackfriars Playhouse, there’s hardly a seat where you don’t find yourself immersed in the mayhem.”
– Andrew Walker White, DC Theater Arts
Natasia Lucia Reinhardt and Nicolas Eric Sanchez. Photo by October Grace Media.
Kenn Hopkins, Jr., Annabelle Rollison, and Natasia Lucia Reinhardt. Photo by October Grace Media.
Sarah Fallon. Photo by October Grace Media.
Joe Mucciolo and Sarah Fallon. Photo by October Grace Media.
Summer England and the cast of A Midsummer Night's Dream. Photo by October Grace Media.
Joe Mucciolo and Aidan O'Reilly. Photo by October Grace Media.
Annabelle Rollison. Photo by October Grace Media.
Summer England and Annabelle Rollison. Photo by October Grace Media.
Natasia Lucia Reinhardt and Corrie Green. Photo by October Grace Media.
Philip Orazio and Aidan O'Reilly. Photo by October Grace Media.
Nicolas Eric Sanchez, Natasia Lucia Reinhardt, and Philip Orazio. Photo by October Grace Media.
Kenn Hopkins, Jr., Nicolas Eric Sanchez, and Philip Orazio. Photo by October Grace Media.
Puck the Dog, Philip Orazio, and Aidan O'Reilly. Photo by October Grace Media.
Corrie Green. Photo by October Grace Media.
Natasia Lucia Reinhardt. Photo by October Grace Media.
Cast
Summer England is a gifted actor whose compelling and elegant performances light up the ASC stage and beyond.
THIS SEASON: Mark Antony in JULIUS CAESAR, Mrs. Bennet & Lady Catherine de Bourgh in PRIDE AND PREJUDICE, Egeus & Flute in A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM
Corrie Green is an Actor and Dance Captain at the American Shakespeare Center and performs as Belle and Belinda in A Christmas Carol 2024.
Kenn Hopkins Jr. is an accomplished actor who has brought dynamic performances to ASC, regional theatres, and screen, with captivating roles.
Ronan Melomo is a versatile actor with a rich background in classical theatre, known for dynamic performances at the American Shakespeare Center.
Joe Mucciolo is a skilled actor known for his nuanced performances that bring timeless stories to life at ASC and beyond.
THIS SEASON: Fight Director; Cassius in Julius Caesar; Mr. Darcy in Pride and Prejudice; Demetrius in A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Aidan O’Reilly is an actor and director with the American Shakespeare Center, known for his work on Shakespearean classics.
THIS SEASON: Caska in Julius Caesar, Mary Bennet in Pride and Prejudice, Bottom in A Midsummer Night’s Dream
THIS SEASON: Soothsayer and Trebonius in Julius Caesar, Mr. Bingley in Pride and Prejudice, Lysander in A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Meet Em Bassett, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.
Gray Casterline, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.
THIS SEASON: Swing in Julius Caesar, Pride and Prejudice, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream
THIS SEASON: Swing in Julius Caesar, Pride and Prejudice, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Artistic Team
Brendan Cullen is an experienced stage manager whose expertise ensures seamless productions at ASC and theatres across the country.
Summer England is a gifted actor whose compelling and elegant performances light up the ASC stage and beyond.
THIS SEASON: Soothsayer and Trebonius in Julius Caesar, Mr. Bingley in Pride and Prejudice, Lysander in A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Stephanie Holladay Earl is an accomplished actor, director, choreographer, & educator with over 15 years of experience, known for her impactful work.
THIS SEASON: Fight Director; Cassius in Julius Caesar; Mr. Darcy in Pride and Prejudice; Demetrius in A Midsummer Night’s Dream
THIS SEASON: Caska in Julius Caesar, Mary Bennet in Pride and Prejudice, Bottom in A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Doreen Bechtol is a seasoned movement consultant, actor, and educator with extensive experience in theatre, choreography, and original devised works.
THIS SEASON: Actor in THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (abridged) [revised] (again)
Aubrey Whitlock served at the American Shakespeare Center from 2018–2025.
Marie Lupia served at the American Shakespeare Center from 2022–2025.
Amy Monsalve is Wardrobe Manager & Design Assistant at the ASC, recognized for her attention to detail and passion for bringing costumes to life.
Tori Wright is a skilled Costume Designer with a rich background in managing costumes for both classic & contemporary theatre.
Alaina Smith is the Props Artisan at the American Shakespeare Center.
Sam Moss is a woodworker and singer-songwriter who has worked as a Props Artisan at the American Shakespeare Center.
PREVIOUSLY WITH ASC: Props Artisan
Thomas J. Coppola was part of the American Shakespeare Center from 2015 to 2025.
Grayson Fulp is a Stage Management Fellow for the 2024 Summer/Fall Season.
Jess Snellings is is a versatile performer and theatre artist whose dynamic talent shines in productions at ASC and beyond.
Acting Fellow
Becca Westbrook is a versatile performer and director whose passion for storytelling and Shakespearean theatre shines at ASC and beyond.
* Actors' Equity Association (AEA)
‡ Stage Directors and Choreographers Society (SDC)