A Midsummer Night’s Dream: Free Shakespeare on the Common

Date
July 30th
Time
8:00 PM–10:20 PM
Age
Ages 8–12
Cost
Free lawn seating; optional paid chair rental
Location

Parkman Bandstand on Boston Common
139 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02108 · Directions
Downtown

Commonwealth Shakespeare Company recasts Shakespeare’s comedy as a neon-lit music festival where fairies interfere with the affections of young lovers. Running time is about 2 hours 20 minutes with intermission.

All performances are open-captioned. Free general seating is on the lawn; bring a blanket or chair. Optional chair rentals and reserved donor seating may be booked online.

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