Romance, revelry and rave reviews: A Midsummer Night’s Dream delights with 'genuine magic'
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As Festival 2026 draws to a close, our final production in the Festival Theatre landed with a thump-ing bassline. It certainly was an opening night to remember as CFT was transported back to the 90s for A Midsummer Night's Dream. Have a scroll through the production photos and rave reviews and join us for this 'astounding adaptation' which must end on 17 October.
A fresh and vibrant Dream with genuine wit and warmth from its high-octane start to its absurd finish. It’s fast and furious and is a dazzling finale to this year’s main house season.
WhatsOnStage
An ingenious spin on A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Such fresh thinking as this deserves to be widely seen and admired. Chichester once again proclaims its place as the country’s outstanding regional theatre.
Telegraph
Justin Audibert and Hannah Joss’s exuberant production is lovingly juiced-up.
The Guardian
The cast were so strong, memorable in ways I have never seen before. It is a testament to how well the cast all play off one another, but also how strong the direction of Justin Audibert and Hannah Joss was when crafting this stylised performance of the comedy.
Theatre and Tonic
Genuine magic. A super classy mix of superb Shakespearean acting amidst the most remarkable rethink – a brilliant concept. Bold, brave and endlessly inventive.
Chichester Observer
An astounding adaptation. This is world-class theatre, which could easily see a home in the West End, or further afield.
The Reviews Hub
The energy of the cast, the choreography, the music and the never ending laughs make this show one that will have you hooked from start to finish. Nothing short of raving mad - but in the best way possible.
Flower Theatre
Munya Chawawa gives it all in a performance that has the house roaring with laughter. Co-directors Justin Audibert and Hannah Joss have thrown everything at this riotious and ribald production and to great effect. A feast of irreverent fun.
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A Midsummer Night's Dream is only on in the Festival Theatre until 17 October. Head to the show page to book your tickets.
