Author Description

<p><i> A Midsummer Night's Dream</i> is one of Shakespeare's most popular comedies. This accessible introduction offers a springboard into the play, taking a hands-on, performance-based approach, exploring the challenges and the rewards it presents to actors, audiences and students. <i>Springboard Shakespeare: A Midsummer Night's Dream</i> has a three-part structure: whether you're watching or reading, Ben Crystal takes you through exactly what you need to know Before, During and After the play. He combines a genuine passion and understanding of Shakespeare with his experience as an actor, giving the reader a clear route to thinking about, understanding and enjoying <i>A Midsummer Night's Dream</i>.</p>