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A Midsummer Night's Dream

Hermia is in love with Lysander, but her father wants her to marry Demetrius. To escape the arranged marriage, she and Lysander elope into the woods. Demetrius follows them, and he is pursued by Helena, who nurses an unrequited passion for him. Puck the fairy makes both of the boys fall in love with the same girl. Meanwhile, a group of rough craftsmen rehearse a badly-written play in the woods for the wedding of the Duke of Athens. Soon all find their lives changed by the actions of Oberon and Titania, the warring king and queen of the fairies. Magic, action, love and humour are the ingredients for this unforgettable spell.

English
  • Originally Aired December 13, 1981
  • Runtime 111 minutes
  • Network BBC Two
  • Notes Is a season finale
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Name Type Role
William Shakespeare Writer
Elijah Moshinsky Director