A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night’s Dream questions the relationship between dreams and reality. To what extent do the characters willfully embrace the idea that everything is a dream? Why do they do so?

Bottom’s arrogance and self-importance make him a prime target for Puck’s mischief. How does Bottom’s physical transformation act as a reflection of his character?

Oberon uses his magical powers to entertain himself and win an argument against his wife. To what extent does Oberon act in a moral fashion? To what extent does he care about morality?