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The concept of sex being ensconced in modern music and film isn't a recent phenomenon.

William Shakespeare. was known for including sex and passionate dialogue throughout his classics.

That notion was no different with Fullerton College's adaptation of "A Midsummer Night's Dream," ·directed by Gary Krinke and performed at the Campus Theatre on Oct. 14, 15 and16.

Theater patrons were greeted with a sweet melody trickling from the speakers, as it sparked images of ethereal beings whisking one away to an enchanted place as the curtain rose.

Set in Ancient Greece, four feuding lovers wander into a forest at night and become the fodder for the . game of the fairies who rule the night.

The duke of Athens, Theseus (Travis Collinson,) plans to marry Hippolyta (Destiny Osmialowski), the queen of the Amazons in a four-day celebration. This has set Oberon and Titania at odds.

As Oberon tries to embarrass Titania, he enlists the help of his minion, Puck (Michael Woo) comically tying them all together in a web.

Hermia (Rihana Terell) is being fought over by Demetrius (Jeremy: R. Noye) and Lysander (John David Graham) much to Helena's (Candice Berge) dismay.

Costuming was splendid as evident with the vibrant colors that showcased the difference between the ·conflicting characters.

Titania was draped in blues, with her entourage of fairies entirely dressed in softer pastels. Oberon carded rustic orange, while the male fairies wore earth tones.

While the set was bare during some scenes, it maintained a professional attractive appearance.

The opening Greek-inspired building appeared abstract.and gave the opening scene a dazed form of sense reminiscing a scene that seemed something outof the Beatlejuice movie although not quite as extreme.

Lighting in the forest scenes was picturesque detailed costume bead sparkled and shined.

Numerous CDs, acting as tree leaves, hung creatively from the ceiling in such a way that when the light hit them, their reflection was carried till the back of the theater.

Long pieces of sheer and glittery fabric hung over the stage to further create the atmosphere.

The cast was superb with the acting carrying Shakespeare to new heights.

The acting was top-notch, with each actor transcending beautifully, both physically and vocally, as there was never a problem comprehending what each actor was saying. · Projection was evidently used by the cast, which benefited the play's all-around feel.

Each individual fairy created a character that the audience clearly recognized, succeeding to stand out in a crowded stage of accomplished thespians. 'The male fairies' movements was very animalistic as some of the moves performed, such as flips, leaving one a gasped.

Terell, Noye, Graham, and Berge were entertaining, although they could have played with the blocking a bit more. Woo was hilarious as the ever beloved Puck.

The secret weapon of the show, however, was the group known was "the mechanicals."

This entourage wore neutral colored jumpsuits with. their care repair workshop logo featured on the back.

Their work focused on "repairing" the set's car during a particular scene, before getting to their business-acting.

Each scene these fundamental cast members were not featured in became just another scene patrons had to sit and eagerly await for.

Audience members were laughing so hard that some began coughing and tears rolled down their cheeks.

Lighting, sound, and visual effects were equally on level as they are fundamental pieces that sew together this wondrous masterpiece.

For being the Theatre Departments first production of the semester, "A Midsummer Night's Dream" was performed with great exuberance and passion.