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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. All female cast.Trilogy Days: Nov 19,22,26, Dec 3,10,17. Perf. times: Julius Caesar 11:00, Henry IV 15:30, The Tempest 20:00

Cast/Performers

Harriet Walter, Jade Anouka, Shiloh Coke, Jackie Clune, Karen Dunbar, Clare Dunne, Zainab Hasan, Jennifer Joseph, Sophie Stanton, Sharon Rooney, Caroline Valdes, Sheila Atim, Martina Laird

Creatives/Company

Author: Shakespeare
Producer: Donmar Warehouse
Director: Phyllida Lloyd
Design: Chloe Lamford
Lighting: James Farncombe
Choreographer: Ann Yee
Sound: Peter Malkin