Shakespeare’s Globe has announced the cast for its 2026 production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, set to run from April to August. Directed by Emily Lim, the play promises a fresh take on the classic comedy with a diverse ensemble.

The production will open the summer season at Shakespeare’s Globe, running from 23 April to 29 August 2026. Emily Lim directs the show, featuring Audrey Brisson as Hippolyta and Titania, Sophie Cox as Hermia, and Jamal Franklin as Snug. Other cast members include Michael Grady-Hall as Puck, Gareth Kennerley as Egeus and Flute, and Mel Lowe as Lysander.

Victoria Moseley will play Quince, Enyi Okoronkwo takes on Oberon and Theseus, with Em Prendergast as Snout, Adrian Richards as Bottom, Gavi Singh Chera as Demetrius, and Romaya Weaver as Helena completing the principal roles. The casting was arranged by Juliet Horsley.

The creative team comprises assistant director Amber Medway and composer Jim Fortune. Costume design concept is by Fly Davis, supported by supervisor Jaquie Davis, while Aldo Vázquez provides overall design. Haruka Kuroda is the fight and intimacy director, with movement direction and choreography led by James Cousins.

Zac Gvi serves as orchestrator and arranger, with Simon Money responsible for voice and text work. Director Lim expressed enthusiasm for collaborating with the cast, highlighting their skill and playfulness in bringing the production to life.

This staging adds to Shakespeare’s Globe’s tradition of reimagining Shakespeare’s works with innovative direction and a committed ensemble, maintaining the theatre’s reputation for accessible and engaging performances. The production’s long run reflects anticipated public interest in the enduringly popular play.