A Midsummer Night’s Dream

This is an outdoor production at Taunton’s Castle Gardens.

Four Forty Theatre invite you into their outrageous take on Shakespeare’s most magical comedy. A Midsummer Night’s Dream follows runaway lovers, magical creatures, and a group of very determined actors who find themselves in over their heads. With quick character changes, playful invention, and a sparkle of silliness, Four Forty transform the classic into a joyful night of theatre for audiences of all ages.

Whether you’re a Shakespeare lover or brand new to his plays, this production brims with warmth, laughter, and unexpected surprises. It’s a summer dream brought vividly — and hilariously — to life.

Notes on performance

This is an outdoor event at the Castle Gardens.

Doors open at 17:00 so bring a picnic to enjoy before the show starts.

Seating is not provided, please bring picnic blankets, low-backed camping chairs or cushions to sit on.

In the event of rain, please do not bring umbrellas as these block the sightlines of other audience members.