Macbeth's Midsummer Night's Dream
About this Event
This original play fuses modern absurdist drama and the classical tragedy of Shakespeare. It explores the evolution of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth from the Elizabethan era to the present day. The classical couple first murders their way to the crown, taking that initial step into "possibility" and planting an inescapable four-hundred-year seed of karma. That heavy tragedy is then dragged into a black comedy farce through a nether-world encounter, before shifting seamlessly into a contemporary middle-class living room. Here, Macbeth’s cruelty is subtler, more ruthless, and devoid of bottom lines—above all, he has learned to rationalize it all.
Macbeth has survived for over four hundred years not because he never died, but because the world continuously provides him with new ways to live. Even those who see through him remain trapped living inside Macbeth’s world. Performed by a cast of two portraying six roles, the production weaves familiar Hip-Hop rhythms into a distinct theatrical language, creating a striking collision between Shakespearean texts and street culture.
This play premiered in Edinburgh Fringe 2026. It garnered great reviews from the audience. One reads: “The two leads are strong, and create some powerful moments of intensity and emotion, as well as joyous scenes of unbridled silliness. For me, this is what Fringe theatre is about - taking a chance on something different.”
About the Production
Studio 919 DC: A Washington, D.C.-based independent avant-garde theatre company dedicated to original playwriting, cross-cultural theatrical practices, and exploring the boundaries of contemporary survival, sacrifice, and choice. Previous original productions include the critically acclaimed Something Crazy.
Cast: Co-starred by Ajay Bawa (star of Something Crazy) and playwright/former professional stage actor Lu Wang.
Written and directed by Lu Wang.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 17.85 to USD 25.00
