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The Tempest


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The TempestProspero, Duke of Milan, his dukedom usurped by his brother Antonio, is put to sea with his daughter Miranda and some magical books smuggled in by his loyal councillor Gonzalo. The sea casts them up on an island where Prospero, exercising his magical powers, makes a home for himself and Miranda. One day a great storm, which Prospero has conjured, breaks up a passing ship and delivers to him the members of his usurping court. Treacherous brother, fellow conspirators and old friend alike come under Prospero's spell. Shakespeare's last play.
Author Shakespeare

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  • 11 Nov 00 Audio Described

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User (11Jan01)
This is an innovative production. It shows a different side to the play. I am studying the text for A-Level Theatre Studies, and the production brought it to life and helped with my understanding and enjoyment of the text. I would reccomend this to everyone!

Company

Company Royal Shakespeare Company
Director James Macdonald
Design Jeremy Herbert
Costume Kandis Cook
Lighting Nigel Edwards
Music Orlando Gough
Choreographer Peter Darling
Performer Nikki Amuka-Bird (Miranda)
Performer Nicholas Day (Antonio)
Performer Oliver Dimsdale (Ferdinand)
Performer Julian Kerridge (Trinculo)
Performer James Saxon (Stephanio)
Performer Gilz Terera (Ariel)
Performer Zubin Varla (Caliban)
Performer Philip Voss (Prospero)
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