Mark and I took our 7 year old daughter Trinity to see Saturday's Matinee performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream in Queens Park Swings. We weren't sure what to expect as the whole production seemed to defy description.
Arriving at the Swing Park, there was a palpable air of excitement and expectation. We weren't disappointed.
From the moment the huge motorbikes roared into the park, even with the swing park background noises, children laughing and yelling and dogs barking, the enchantment of theatre took over and you were magically transported to Fairyland and the tale of the marriage, the Lovers, the Players and the Fairies.
The children from the audience could get involved too, wearing gossamer wings, with their faces painted becoming Fairies much to their parents delight!
A beautifully light production with incredibly brave actors who faced the elements without flinching or letting it impede their performance.
How lucky are we here in Caterham having this type of event locally as part of The Caterham Festival. Well done to all involved. Can't wait for the next production.....!
Arriving at the Swing Park, there was a palpable air of excitement and expectation. We weren't disappointed.
From the moment the huge motorbikes roared into the park, even with the swing park background noises, children laughing and yelling and dogs barking, the enchantment of theatre took over and you were magically transported to Fairyland and the tale of the marriage, the Lovers, the Players and the Fairies.
The children from the audience could get involved too, wearing gossamer wings, with their faces painted becoming Fairies much to their parents delight!
A beautifully light production with incredibly brave actors who faced the elements without flinching or letting it impede their performance.
How lucky are we here in Caterham having this type of event locally as part of The Caterham Festival. Well done to all involved. Can't wait for the next production.....!
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