Midsummer Mechanicals London Reviews and Tickets

91%

(3 Reviews)

Positive

100%

Mixed

Negative

Members say

Slow, Interactive, Funny, Must see, Delightful

About the Show

The Olivier Award-nominated family-friendly play which takes place within the universe of 'A Midsummer Night’s Dream'.

The most eminent actors of Athens have returned with an original play that the entire family can enjoy.

'Midsummer Mechanicals' tells the extraordinary tale of a handsome adventurer who meets his destiny while deep into the forest, and was nominated for an Olivier Award in 2022.

Lucy Cuthbertson and Kerry Frampton direct. This production is recommended for ages 5+.

Member Reviews (3)

Must see, Hilarious, Enchanting, Delightful

See it if Want something different, great way to introduce children to Shakespeare. Want a great light, extremely funny show!

Don't see it if You want serious Shakespeare

Slow, Interactive, Entertaining

See it if interacted with audience, lots of opportunities for children to feel part of the action. Helped by the tiny theatre. Best for age 4-7

Don't see it if First half was a bit slow but second half was laugh out loud.

100

Intelligent, Great singing, Clever, Funny, Great acting

See it if This is a great show to take children to

Don't see it if You don't like theatre

Critic Reviews (4)

For a previous production

"Of all the mechanicals I’ve encountered, these are among the rudest — and the most lovable."
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For a previous production

"It’s all good fun and provides plenty of giddy escapism. But at over two hours, it feels overstretched, particularly for this age range, and several gags get flogged to the point of cruelty."
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For a previous production

"This playhouse is a place for young audiences to fall in love with stagecraft, and Bottom’s opening speeches really get us thinking about the space."
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