Second Stage: A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night's Dream

April 10–13, 2025

Summary

Feuding fairy royalty, itinerant actors and ill-fated lovers meet in an enchanted moonlit forest on a warm summer night and prove the course of true love is anything but smooth. William Shakespeare’s beloved tale of mischief and merriment is a delightful and hilarious exploration of love’s capriciousness. Featuring the BFA in Acting for Stage & Screen Sophomore Class.

Performance Dates & Times

Thursday, April 10 at 7:30 p.m.
Friday, April 11 at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 12 at 2:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 12 at 8:00 p.m.
Sunday, April 13 at 2:30 p.m.

Ticketing

Tickets will be available in early January 2025.

Parking

Guests attending USC School of Dramatic Arts performances are given a parking discount, please refer to your ticket confirmation email for necessary codes and instructions on how to access the discount.

Content Warning

Please be advised that this production includes adult language and themes, codified expectations of gender roles and racism.

More About the Production

Second Stage Productions put the spotlight on the actors and the text. They are unique learning experiences for students, giving the BFA Acting and Musical Theatre students performance opportunities that demand a heightened focus on the craft and a deeper connection to the text and with their cohort. Tickets to these performances are free, but reservations are required.

Additional Information

A Midsummer Night’s Dream
by William Shakespeare
Directed by Laura Flanagan