A Midsummer Night’s Dream

by William Shakespeare

Poster advertisement for William Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream,' scheduled for July 19-21 and 25-27, 2024, at 7:00 pm in Victoria Park, Moncton, featuring a red and black background with stars border, some illustrations including a dragonfly, a horse, and a circus tent, and logos for Hubcity Theatre, Shakespeare in the Park, and Moncton.

Programme

A man in a white blazer and glasses holding the hands of a woman in a white lace dress, as they smile and look at each other outdoors during sunset.

“Shall we their fond pagent see?

Lord, what fools these mortals be!”

Two people dressed in Victorian-style costumes stand outdoors at dusk. The woman on the left has curly blonde hair, wears dark sunglasses, a red and black military-style jacket, a long black skirt, and a small black hat with feathers. The man on the right has a mustache, painted cheeks, and wears a black top hat, a black velvet coat with pinstripes, a white shirt, and a patterned bow tie. They appear to be posing playfully.

“All this derision shall seem a dream and fruitless vision”

A man dressed as a clown or performer, wearing clown makeup with black star shapes around his eyes, a black hat, a white T-shirt, black suspenders, and dark pants. He is standing outdoors at dusk with his arms raised and hands open, with trees, a railing, and steps in the background.

“I am that merry wander of the night.”

A couple dressed in white holding hands outdoors during the evening with a partly cloudy sky, trees, and a metal staircase in the background.
A man standing outdoors on a set of concrete steps, wearing a brown jacket, suspenders, khaki pants, sneakers, and a hat with large bunny ears decorated with fur and shiny fabric, during the evening with cloudy sky.
A group of six diverse people, including children and adults, standing outdoors on steps, with one holding a hammer, another a ruler, and wearing tools, appearing curious or confused while looking up.

Director’s Message

One of William Shakespeare’s best-known comedies, the play revolves around the marriage of Theseus and Hippolyta, a group of four young lovers in a romantic tangle, and a troupe of comically incompetent performers preparing for a show. A series of events leads both groups to a place inhabited by fairies who use magic to manipulate events. 

In this production, the audience will be taken on a trip with the characters, from an uptight city full of expectations to a magical, surreal circus where hijinks occur.

In her solo directorial debut, Kelly Tynan aimed to create an over-the-top, fun, and feel-good show that will uplift and entertain the audience. 

“I thought about the kinds of things I love to see when I go to the theatre and built the show around those elements. So we’re mixing in some well-known songs with gorgeous singing, we’ve got a lively and updated version of the script, we’ve got loads of absurd and physical comedy, and we’ve got performances that’ll blow you away,” she says. “The play as written is already so funny—there’s a reason it’s one of Shakespeare’s most popular—and our cast have really been able to dial up the humour. I’m so excited for audiences to experience it.”

CAST

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    Brady Hackett

    DEMETRIUS

    Brady is currently a student at Mount Allison University and this is his first production with Hubcity Theatre. He has been a performer, in some way, since a young age. He was most recently in "The Juliet Project" at the Motyer Fancy Theatre at Mount Allison. He'd like to thank his family for all their support and he hopes that you enjoy the show!

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    Miguel Roy

    LYSANDER

    Miguel Roy is an actor and director from Oromocto, NB. Having started in the arts through Improv in highschool, he’s now had the chance to work with many companies around the province including Next Folding Theatre Company, Solo Chicken Productions, Theatre New Brunswick, and the School of Atlantic Ballet, where he is currently Director of Musical Theatre. Midsummer Night’s Dream with Hubcity Theatre will be his first Shakespeare production since performing with Fredericton’s Bard in the Barracks before the pandemic!

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    Mika Driedger

    HERMIA

    Mika is excited to be back in the park acting alongside so many talented goofballs again this year. Some previous credits include Measure for Measure (with Bard in the Barracks), As You Like (with Theatre Saint Thomas), and Merry Wives of Windsor, Romeo and Juliet (with Hubcity Theatre). Hope everyone has as much of a blast watching the play as the actors have had being in it.

  • Presenting Nadyne Kuhn as Helena

    Nadyne Kuhn

    HELENA

    Nadyne Kuhn (she/her) is excited to be part of Hubcity Theatre’s production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream after a short break from the stage. She has previously worked with Hubcity Theatre as Playwright in Residence; as a production member for Jesus Christ Superstar and As You Like It; and has acted in Hubcity’s productions of It’s a Wonderful Life: A Radio Play; Almost, Maine; Richard III; and My Town. Other past productions include: Hazy Grape’s Elf the Musical and Festival by the Marsh’s Romeo and Juliet. Nadyne extends a special thank you to Hubcity Theatre, her friends, and her wonderful family for their support. Please enjoy Helena and Demetrius frolicking in the woods! “… Demetrius?”

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    Danny Gallant

    EGEUS

    My name is Danny I've been doing community theatre since I was a teenager. For 10 straight summers I was a leader for a youth performing arts team, where we traveled around the Maritimes presenting a positive message through the performing arts. My adult life I have dedicated to helping people who struggle with homelessness, addiction and mental health. And I'm so happy to be a part this production.

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    Cody Bolton

    BOTTOM

    Though quite introverted as a child, Cody discovered that theatre was a way to express himself and step out of his comfort zone. Now theatre is all he thinks about...not really, but he does like it a lot. Having played a compassionate, religious friar in last years production of Romeo & Juliet, Cody is excited to apply that experience to his role this year as a Donkey/overconfident, overzealous, and overly delusional wannabe actor. Turns out, this role is not that much of a stretch for him.

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    Georgia Ross

    QUINCE

    Georgia has been a part of Hubcity Theatre for the past eight years, performing in such plays as, Circle Mirror Transformation, The Laramie Project as well as several Shakespeare plays including, Richard III, As You Like It, and Romeo and Juliet. Georgia is humbled to be a part of the cast, playing the role of Petra Quince, in A Midsummer's Night Dream. In the past, she has directed several children's plays at her local school. In her spare time, when she isn't teaching, Georgia enjoys travelling and hanging out with her pug, Otis. She would like to thank Kelly and Jake, as well as the entire cast of this Hubcity production.

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    Marc Doucet

    FLUTE

    Why start acting at the age of 40? It’s been a bit over a year since Marc made that decision and he’s been asking himself that question ever since. Some days he’s mad that he waited this long to start, and other days he wonders “what the heck have I got myself into?”. The thrill of being on stage and the camaraderie that comes from putting together a play of this magnitude is what keeps him coming back for more. Marc made his debut at the Capitol Theatre in the original community play “A la Recherche du Heart of the Arts” as Marty Caissie (MC). You may have also seen him as various ensemble characters in “The Little Mermaid”.

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    Rowan Babstock

    STARVELING

    Midsummer Night’s Dream is Rowan’s third Shakespeare production with Hubcity Theatre, and he is incredibly excited to be performing in this show. He’s been doing theatre for many years now, including a large amount of shows with the School of Atlantic Ballet. His most recent show was Oliver! The Musical, where he played the lead role of Fagin. He and his mother have always shared a love for theatre, and he wouldn’t be here doing this show if not for her. Now please, enjoy the show!

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    Vincent Wilson

    SNUG

    Vinnie is a 14-year-old Manitoba born, Dieppe raised guy who has discovered his passion for performance and run with it! He joined the School of Atlantic Ballet Theatre Company in 2022, sharpening his acting, singing, and dancing skills. His acting credits include “Madagascar” as Larry the monkey, various stage performances of improv and singing/dancing extravaganzas and most recently, playing the dark and villainous Bill Sikes in “Oliver”. Let’s not forget to mention the acquired accent that may land him on Coronation Street if he’s not careful. He’s very excited to have a role in A Midsummer Night’s Dream with Hubcity Theatre!

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    Sawyer MacNaughton

    SNOUT

    Sawyer is a long time fan of all things related to the stage, and is absolutely thrilled to be working with Hubcity Theatre for the first time. He's deeply thankful for the space to experiment, work with Shakespeare's endlessly transformable text, and have fun alongside fellow perfomers and crew. Theatre is a unique place for self expression and joy, and he hopes that feeling of whimsy is clear within A Midsummer Night's Dream.

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    Amanda Spear

    TITANIA/HIPPOLYTA

    Amanda is thrilled to return to Hubcity Theatre’s Shakespeare in Park reprising the roles of Titania/ Hippolyta in this year’s production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream. This play will always have a special place in her heart and she is grateful to be part of its magic once again! Honoured is she to be part of such a giving and talented cast and crew.

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    John MacKenzie

    OBERON/THESEUS

    “After all these years, I see that I was mistaken about Eve in the beginning; it is better to live outside the Garden with her than inside it without her.” Mark Twain.

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    Myles Botten

    PUCK

    He IS that merry wanderer of the night! Myles Botten is an actor born and bred in Moncton. You might have seen him in Romeo and Juliet as Mercutio, or as Dr. Caius in The Merry Wives of Windsor. Above everything he would like to thank his parents for their constant and unwavering support. Now sit back as I esteem a sport

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    Grace Bradley-Turner

    COBWEB

    Grace is thrilled to play Cobweb in her second Hubcity production after make her debut in Romeo and Juliet. She has done theatre for close to 3 years now. Over those three years she has been in various productions such as A Christmas Story (RHS), Madagascar the Musical jr, and Oliver! the Musical (School of Atlantic Ballet). Despite only doing theatre in the last few years she has had a love for the stage since she was young. Taking after her father, she has performed by singing and playing guitar since the age of 9. Enjoy the show!

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    Olivia Hodnett

    MOTE

    Olivia is very excited to be making her Shakespeare in the Park debut. A grade 11 student at Moncton High, Olivia has appeared in the school’s productions of “Annie” (as the littlest orphan “Molly”) and “Mamma Mia” (as part of the ensemble). She also took part in the Capitol Theatre’s recent stage play “À la recherche du Heart of the Arts”. In addition to her love of theatre, Olivia also has a passion for the fiddle. She frequently performs with the Arco Fiddlers and the Plucky Pizzicatos. Olivia would like to thank the Hubcity Theatre for giving her the opportunity of channeling her inner Shakespeare. Enjoy the show and “Dream On”!

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    Sarah Hackett

    FIG

    Sarah Hackett is going into senior year at BMHS and has been doing theatre since 2019. She has worked with the Capitol Theatre twice for their 2023 production of The Sound of Music and their 2024 production of The Little Mermaid. Sarah has also worked with HazyGrape Theatre for their annual ghost walk and the 2023 Broadway Revue. The is Sarah's first time working with Hubcity Theatre and she is ecstatic to be playing one of the fairies, Fig, in this year's A Midsummer Night's Dream!

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    Scarlett Allen

    PEASEBLOSOM

    Scarlett is an avid performer who has a passion for all things arts. In the past, she has performed in shows such as Puffs, Romeo and Juliet, Don’t Be Afraid of the Dark, and many others. She’s extremely excited for this production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream and would like to thank her family for all the drives to and from rehearsals.

CREW

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    Kelly Tynan

    DIRECTOR

    A Midsummer Night’s Dream has represented a series of firsts for Kelly: it was her first introduction to Shakespeare, in grade 7; it was the first Hubcity Theatre production she saw, in 2012; and now it marks her directorial debut. There’s a fitting but groaningly obvious reference to be made about what a dream it is to have been entrusted with bringing this beloved play to life this midsummer… and since this play definitely doesn’t deal in subtlety, let’s go with it. Endless thanks to the wildly talented cast and amazing production team who have made this show what it is, and so much love to her ever-supportive family (including that one kid expertly bumbling around as ‘Moonshine’). Select credits—Hubcity Theatre: Nina (Stupid F’ing Bird); co-director/Tybalt (Romeo & Juliet); AD/ensemble (Jesus Christ Superstar); Mistress Ford (Merry Wives of Windsor); AD/Hope/Jill (Almost, Maine); Celia (As You Like It). Roundhouse Productions: The 39 Steps. Hairy Tease Productions: Last Chance Romance; Drinking Alone (fall 2024).

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    Jake Michaud

    STAGE MANAGER

    In 2020, Jake graduated from Mount Allison University with a minor in Drama Studies. Over the years he worked on a range of shows both on- and off-stage working in lighting design & operation, stage management and acting. His experience in Moncton included a starring role in Roundhouse’s Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime in 2019 and 2024’s Stupid Fucking Bird, and a Lighting Designer in Roundhouse’s The 39 Steps in 2021. Jake hopes you enjoy what we’ve prepared for you tonight!

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    Mia Larche

    COSTUMES

    Mia Larche (She/Her) is an Actress, Costumer, Choreographer, Dancer, Singer, Stage Manager from Moncton, New Brunswick. She currently attends Dalhousie University, double majoring in Technical Theatre and Cinema and Film Studies, with a minor in French. She is excited to be working with Hubcity Theatre again, having played Paris in last years production of Romeo and Juliet, as well as helped out with costumes. Over the summer, she works as a Stage Manager for Zorka (Fusion Productions) in addition to her day job at the Capitol Theatre. Mia is a very dynamic person, having also taken up sewing because of her love of costumes and historical fashion. In addition to being onstage, Mia also shines behind the scenes as the Stage Manager for The Nutcracker (Academy of Classical Ballet and Modern Dances) as of 2023, the Choreographer for Trail to Oregon (Dal Theatre Society), and the Costumer for Little Women (Dal Theatre Society). As always, Mia would like to thank her family for supporting her in all her endeavours! She wishes you all a great show!”

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    Jess Whalen

    MAKE-UP

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