The ‘Biodynamic Dream and Shakespeare’ is a project bringing together 16 young people with special needs from the UK and Germany to explore cultural themes embodied in ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’. It will be held in Germany in June 2016. This play was selected to perform as it takes man’s relationship to the laws of nature as its theme. A series of workshops over eight days will explore the relationship of the human to nature and to each other, and culminate in a performance. The themes of cultural strangeness in the play will be echoed in the cultural differences between the participants that need to be overcome so all can live and work together peacefully. Shakespearian drama is full of powerful archetypes and characters that create opportunities to explore many aspects of humanity. This is particularly relevant for autistic young people that struggle to understand social behaviours and interaction. Undertaking this youth exchange will be a developmental milestone for young people who have poor self-image and lack of aspiration, feel socially isolated, lack confidence and experience in cultural exploration and overseas travel. Taking part will help them develop responsibility towards others, both individuals and the collective group. The project will increase the capacity for international youth work and co-operation between Ruskin Mill Trust and Lebens-und Arbeitsgemeinschaft Lautenbach. At European level, the project will result in a strong partnership between two large EU Member Countries – UK and Germany, contributing to the construction of a citizens’ Europe.