Hot on the heels of a sold-out season of Mamma Mia: The Musical, the Flinders Dramatic Arts will present Shakespeare's timeless comedy, A Midsummer Night's Dream, over three open-air evening shows from 28 May to 30 May 2026 at Matthew Flinders Anglican College.
Get your tickets here for this fast-paced and hilarious version of Shakespeare’s rom com staged on the College's award-winning outdoor precinct, The Green.
The Green will be transformed into New York’s Central Park by the College's talented Technical Department. Guests are welcome to bring picnics, chairs or a rug to settle in and enjoy the show under the stars.
Note: A wet weather venue on campus is confirmed, so the show will go on as scheduled.
Director of Dramatic Arts Mr Andy Fraser is thrilled to see the cast and crew double in numbers since last year’s Shakespeare On The Green. This year’s production involves more than 38 performers on stage and seven technical crew behind the scenes.
“This is our third Shakespeare in a row at Flinders, and our students are discovering that Shakespeare isn’t scary – it’s fun, physical and an exhilarating challenge, especially when staged outdoors,” Mr Fraser said.
“Set against the backdrop of New York, this year’s performance uses Billy Joel’s iconic hits to capture the whimsical mayhem of Shakespeare’s classic plot. Our students are developing valuable skills and confidence that traditional indoor theatre often doesn't require, such as vocal power, physical projection and the resilience needed for outdoor performance.”
In Term 1, Flinders students benefited from an intensive residency with Visiting Artist Jovana Miletic. A ballerina-turned-actress, Miletic brings expertise honed at esteemed institutions such as The McDonald College, NIDA and WAAPA, with a professional portfolio spanning international feature films, television and acclaimed short films.
Mr Fraser and Ms Miletic first worked together more than 10 years ago at Black Swan Theatre Company in Perth on Shakespeare's As You Like It. Mr Fraser was the Resident Artist and Miss Miletic was an Emerging Artist.
“During the residency, our students truly valued Jovana’s guidance, which allowed us to cover significant ground in the early stage of rehearsals,” Mr Fraser noted. “With three distinct character groups requiring vastly different techniques, her input was invaluable.
“Jovana was not only impressed by our students’ politeness but also by their enthusiastic engagement and investment. It’s rewarding to see our students embrace the rich opportunities we provide in the dramatic arts at Flinders.”
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EVENT INFORMATION
Shakespeare On The Green - A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Dates and Times: 90-minute show, no interval
Thursday, 28 May, 7:00pm-8:30pm
Friday 29 May, 7:00pm-8:30pm
Saturday, 30 May, 7:00pm-8:30pm
Venue: The Green (Infinity Centre forecourt), Secondary School campus, Matthew Flinders Anglican College, 1-47 Stringybark Road, Buderim
Tickets: $25.00 per person - Buy tickets here
ABOUT
Pack a picnic, grab your folding chair and join us under the stars for the 2026 edition of Shakespeare On The Green.
The production will feature a soundtrack of hits by the great Billy Joel, the man who wrote beautiful songs about both Love and New York!
Picnic: This is a picnic-style event, so there is UNRESERVED seating.
Please bring your own picnic blanket or folding chair, and food and drinks (NO glass permitted).
The cooler weather might prompt you to rug up and dress warmly!
Please note: In the case of wet weather, the show will be presented as a picnic event in an indoor theatre venue on campus.
Secondary Students Rehearse for "Shakespeare On The Green"
with Visiting Artist Ms Jovana Miletic and Flinders Director of Dramatic Arts Mr Andy Fraser
