The Tempest
T01270590634
Prospero, 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.
Archive :: production:T01270590634, play:S5212, venue:V239
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Production details
A re-imagining of Shakespeare's Tempest. Drawing on sleight of hand and the power of illusion this production promises to entrap its audience within their senses. Using movement, sound, and stark colour the production summons up a shimmering world which is never quite what it seems. Downstairs
