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A Midsummer Night's Dream

Tue 18 Aug 2026 to Wed 19 Aug 2026
Tapeley Park (map)
Castle Hill 1646 (map)
Tapeley Park
Tue 18 Aug 2026, 6:30pm
Castle Hill 1646
Wed 19 Aug 2026, 6:30pm
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440 Theatre Presents

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Early Bird - 10% off until 5pm 23 April 2026

£19.00 Full price
£16.00 Supporter learn more
£18.00 Advance
£14.00 Under 18
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Four Forty Theatre invite you into their outrageous take on Shakespeare’s most magical comedy. A Midsummer Night’s Dream follows runaway lovers, magical creatures, and a group of very determined actors who find themselves in over their heads. With quick character changes, playful invention, and a sparkle of silliness, Four Forty transform the classic into a joyful night of theatre for audiences of all ages. Whether you’re a Shakespeare lover or brand new to his plays, this production brims with warmth, laughter, and unexpected surprises. It’s a summer dream brought vividly - and hilariously - to life.
 
 
General Information
  • All performances are approx 2 hours incl 20 minute interval unless otherwise stated
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  • There will be a cash raffle at each event
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  • Under 4’s go free!

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Patrons: Sir Michael Morpurgo O.B.E., Jenny Eclair, Sir Andrew Motion, Alistair McGowan, Show of Hands, Ian McMillan, Richard Digance, Tape Face, Dave Kelly

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The Plough Arts Centre is delighted to acknowledge the financial support of: 
Great Torrington Town Council, Torrington Town and Lands Charities, Devon County Council, Torridge District Council, Arts Council England, The UK Culture Recovery Fund, The National Lottery Community Fund, Boshier Hinton, Barnstaple Town Council, Davie Barnstaple Trust, Garfield Weston 

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9–11 Fore Street,
Great Torrington,
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