"A Midsummer Night's Dream" (opera)

"A Midsummer Night's Dream" opera, composed by Benjamin Britten in 1960, is a musical adaptation of William Shakespeare’s comedy. It combines enchanting music with a humorous and whimsical story about love, mistaken identities, and magical transformations set in the woods outside Athens. The opera features charming arias and lively ensembles that bring the playful and fantastical elements of the original play to life. Through its expressive music and engaging characters, it explores themes of romance, confusion, and the enchanting power of imagination, making Shakespeare’s classic story accessible and captivating in a musical theater format.