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Shakespeare's Midsummer Night's Dream Staged on Stromboli Without Electricity

other · 2026-04-27

A unique rendition of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream was staged on the volcanic island of Stromboli, relying solely on natural light and without sound amplification. This performance occurred from sunset on June 23 until dawn on June 24, concluding with the final act at 11 PM on June 24, which coincided with the San Giovanni festivities. Directed by Alessandro Fabrizi, the project featured a mix of professional actors, local residents, and occasional performers. A documentary titled Un Sogno a Stromboli, directed by Enrico Parenti, is set to air on Sky Arte on Friday, February 21. The cast included Raffaele Gangale, Laura Mazzi, Ken Cheeseman, and others. This production was part of the Festa di Teatro Eco Logico, highlighting community and energy conservation.

Key facts

  • Performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream on Stromboli
  • No electric lighting or amplification used
  • Took place from sunset June 23 to dawn June 24, final act at 11 PM June 24
  • Night of San Giovanni
  • Directed by Alessandro Fabrizi
  • Documentary by Enrico Parenti airs on Sky Arte February 21
  • Cast includes Raffaele Gangale, Laura Mazzi, Ken Cheeseman, Alessio Esposito, Ezio Spezzacatena, Raffaella Misiti, Laura Adriani, Jacopo Olmo Antinori
  • Part of Festa di Teatro Eco Logico on Stromboli

Entities

Artists

  • William Shakespeare
  • Alessandro Fabrizi
  • Enrico Parenti
  • Raffaele Gangale
  • Laura Mazzi
  • Ken Cheeseman
  • Alessio Esposito
  • Ezio Spezzacatena
  • Raffaella Misiti
  • Laura Adriani
  • Jacopo Olmo Antinori

Institutions

  • Sky Arte
  • Artribune
  • Festa di Teatro Eco Logico

Locations

  • Stromboli
  • Italy

Sources