The classics are getting a makeover in San Antonio with "Midsummer Sueño," an innovative adaptation of Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" brought to the outdoors at the San Pedro Springs Park. This contemporary take, adorned with Latinx flavor and Texan flair, promises to be a family-friendly production unlike Woody Allen's risqué 1980's parody, according to a detailed article by KENS 5.
Helmed by local talent Paco Farias, the show represents a homecoming to the theater after two and a half decades working in TV and film. "Every now and then you do something with a group of people that just feels right. For lack of a better word, it’s magical," Farias told KENS 5 in an interview. The play infuses Shakespeare's iambic pentameter with Spanish phrases and modern English, shedding classical norms for a localized reimagining that rings true to San Antonio's spirit.
Presented by the San Pedro Playhouse, the play's six-performance run invites attendees to kick back on blankets and lawn chairs to catch the on-stage spectacle bathed in San Antonio's historic district's ambiance. The production underscores the unique cultural flair of the region, with Athenian courtyards transformed into recognizable local settings and mariachi-infused classical music, as noted by KENS 5.
The performance's accessibility is heightened with the inclusion of local musicians, folklórico dancers, and clever integrations such as characters adopting regionally resonant names like Ermida for Hermia, and Lisandro for Lysander. For a seamless theater-going experience, food trucks and vendors will be available on-site, as per the information by KSAT. The play runs from April 9 through April 14, with the gates opening at 6 p.m. and curtains drawing at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are selling for $25 for adults, while youth attendees can enjoy the performances free of charge. Those seeking the VIP treatment can snag a seat closer to the stage and get access to indoor restrooms and a bar, with prices ranging from $20 for youth to $50 for adults. For additional details and ticket purchases, theatergoers can turn to the Playhouse's ticket portal.
