English Incursion: “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”
Recently, the Year 9 cohort was very fortunate to have three very talented members from the Australian Shakespeare Company present the play, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” to them.
We were instantly captivated by their imaginative, thoughtful portrayals of characters such as the love-struck Helena, enchanted Lysander, and hilarious Nick Bottom. Their energetic acting truly brought the characters to life and made the story very engaging and enjoyable.
The performers stepped seamlessly in-and-out of character, pointing out key information in the play, such as the historical-context, varying social groups and key themes. They unpacked Shakespeare’s language and literary techniques in a way that was both easy to follow and informative.
It was also amazing to see the involvement of students who were invited to join them up on stage and participate in the play. Their engagement added an interactive and entertaining twist, further enhancing the performance.
Overall, the incursion was an unforgettable experience that helped us understand the play on a deeper level. We were very lucky to have such a special opportunity!
Teagan & Anna, Year 9