Puck: A Fairy’s Tale
Have you ever wondered what happened before A Midsummer Night’s Dream? Join Puck, Shakespeare’s most mischievous fairy, on a magical, comedic, heartfelt ride through his origin story, and find out! Who is Puck? Can he stop the war between his parents? And what’s all this about a magic flower?
A tale for all ages, inspired by A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and The Mad Pranks And Merry Jests Of Robin Goodfellow. The show reimagines the iconic character of Puck as a neurodivergent young person navigating the rift between his parents (Oberon and Titania) and his complex relationship with his new sibling, Titania’s changeling boy.
Caught between two worlds, Puck must, on a journey of magic and mischief, discover who he is on his own terms. A magical tale for all ages, Puck explores timely themes of neurodivergence, mixed heritage, family relationships, identity, and feeling ‘different.’ A Midsummer Night’s Dream ‘easter eggs’ are sprinkled throughout! But don’t worry if you are unfamiliar with Shakespeare’s play, this is a stand-alone, magical story for all ages!
Direct from Riverside Studios London, nominated for “Best New Show’ at Brighton Fringe 2025.
REVIEWS
“A deeply moving and relevant piece of theatre for our times” – We Love Brighton
“A production that spans the full range of human emotions. Truly needs to be seen to be believed” – Step Behind The Stage
“Fay Downie’s creation is as magic as the character they play” – Step Behind The Stage
“A delightful performer to watch” – Broadway World
“Outstanding, bringing a moving, emotional depth to the beloved fairy” – Step Behind The Stage
“Captivating, immersing the audience in a magical world” – Step Behind The Stage