Alright, folks, let’s dive into the vibrant world of the Pittsburgh Fringe Festival with our spotlight on "A Dream of Midsummer," presented by the Brawling Bard Theater! This show runs from March 21 to March 28, 2026, at the super chill Mettā: A Healing Arts Community. We're breaking down the wild and wacky chaos of what happens when a cast prepares for the wrong show—yep, you heard that right! We’re chatting with Alan Irvin, the artistic director, about how he’s been mixing Shakespeare with slapstick comedy and brawling since day one. Seriously, if you’re looking for a night filled with laughter, unexpected twists, and the chance to see some epic stage combat, you better grab your tickets now at pittsburghfringe.org. So, let’s get ready to jump into this theatrical rollercoaster and celebrate the mad magic that is Fringe!

A Dream of Midsummer

Company: Brawling Bard Theater

Date(s): March 21, 2026 - March 28, 2026

Time(s): Various Times

https://pittsburghfringe.org/events/a-dream-of-midsummer/

Venue: Mettā: A Healing Arts Community

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