Details

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 the characters are played by three actors and enhanced by three dancers and six musicians.

Cast/Performers

Mark Rylance (Prospero / Stephano / Alonso), Alex Hassell (Caliban / Gonzalo / Sebastian / Ferdinand), Edward Hogg (Ariel / Antonio / Trinculo / Miranda), Liz Collier (Dancer), Fiona Creese (Dancer), Sian Williams (Dancer), Daniel Auchincloss (tenor), Benjamin Bevan (baritone), Robert MacDonald (bass), William Missin (counter tenor), Faye Newton (soprano), William Purefoy (counter tenor), Stuart Young (bass)

Creatives/Company

Author: Shakespeare
Producer: The Globe
Director: Tim Carroll
Design: Jenny Tiramani