Who says Shakespeare’s not relative and eminently entertaining? Hot Springs Children’s Dance Theatre Co. recently took on the challenge of producing the ominous and intimidating challenge of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” one of the works of the great William Shakespeare that includes the incredible score composed by Felix Mendelssohn, and found they were hugely surprised and delighted at the fun and familiarity of the timeless masterpiece.
The whole cast comprised of Central Arkansas young people and adults is looking forward to sharing their enjoyment and renewed love for the four-hundred-year-old masterpiece with their family, friends, and community.
In this unique version, ballet dancers interpret the roles of the immortals or mystic members of the cast of characters through pantomime and dance. So whether you are the dramatically inclined or the more abstract dance patron, the contrast and uniqueness of this theatrical interpretation should prove entertaining.
With only one week of performances, the tickets will go fast. Showtime is 7:00 PM on May 17, 18, and 21; with an additional Saturday matinee performance at 1:00 PM, on May 18. These performances will take place at LakePointe Church, 1343 Albert Pike, in Hot Springs, and the final performance will be at Woodlands Auditorium in Hot Springs Village on May 21.
Tickets are $25 for adults and $15 for students for general seating, and for preferred seating $35 for adults and $20 for students. Visit www.hscdtc.org to reserve tickets. For additional information please email hotspringscdt@gmail.com.
