We’re just a few days away from the WV Shakes Festival and the premiere of Alchemy Theatre Troupe’s production of the Shakespeare comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream!
It takes the stage in Barboursville at 7 p.m. on June 30, and to tide you over until then, we have some interviews to share with the cast!
First up is one of the “Rude Mechanicals," the lovely and talented Heather Hughes!
Q: In 25 words or less, what is A Midsummer Night’s Dream about?
Heather: A romantic comedy where fairies intervene in the love lives of humans. Things go awry.
Q: Tell us about the part you play.
Heather: I play Francis Flute the bellows mender. He is a working man in Athens and is putting on a play for the Duke’s wedding.
Q: Why did you want to be part of this show?
Heather: Doing Shakespeare has always been a dream of mine - this show in particular was a bucket list show.
Q: How challenging is the Shakespeare dialogue?
Heather: It can be difficult. Once you break it down line by line and understand what you’re saying, it becomes a lot easier.
Q: What’s your background in theatre?
Heather: I started acting when I was 12 years old at the Paramount Arts Center. I fell in love with the stage and haven’t stopped since!
Q: Why would you recommend this show to our readers?
Heather: This is one of Shakespeare’s funniest comedies. I think a lot of people are put off from Shakespeare because they were forced to read it in school and found it tedious. It’s important to remember Shakespeare is meant to be watched, not read. This cast is so incredibly talented and John is an amazing director. You will have so much fun at this show!
Thanks, Heather!
“A Midsummer Night’s Dream” - Alchemy Theatre will present the play by William Shakespeare as part of the WV SHAKES festival on June 30 at 7 p.m. at the Barboursville Park Amphitheatre. Tickets are $20.
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