A Midsummer Night's Dream
by William Shakespeare
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A Midsummer Night's Dream: Genre 1 key example

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Key Examples in A Midsummer Night's Dream

Act 2, scene 2
Explanation and Analysis:

A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a classic example of a Shakespearean comedy. The absurdity of some of the characters’ situations, the presence of fairy magic and trickery, and the triumph of love over hardship all contribute to the play’s comedic effect. The comedy relies on the confusion created by Robin’s misdeeds and Bottom’s transformation into part ass. Because the reality of the play leaves room for the absurd and the mystical, the audience is never forced to take the drama seriously, even though the mood is grim at times, especially for the lovers.