Rachel Baack
- William Shakespeare
- Barbara A. Mowat
- Paul Werstine
- Alan Durband
- Roma Gill
- Catherine Belsey
- A.R. Braunmuller
Summary: This play centers on the complicated romantic relationships between four young people named Hermia, Demetrius, Lysander, and Helena. Demetrius is a suitor to Hermia and Hermia’s father’s choice for his daughter. Hermia, however, wants to marry Lysander, who reciprocates her feelings. Hermia’s friend, Helena, is in love with Demetrius and wants to win him over. These relationships become even more complicated when a few fairies use their magical powers to influence the four youngsters’ emotions.
Summary: This play centers on the complicated romantic relationships between four young people named Hermia, Demetrius, Lysander, and Helena. Demetrius is a suitor to Hermia and Hermia’s father’s choice for his daughter. Hermia, however, wants to marry Lysander, who reciprocates her feelings. Hermia’s friend, Helena, is in love with Demetrius and wants to win him over. These relationships become even more complicated when a few fairies use their magical powers to influence the four youngsters’ emotions.