The Tempest (Wallace)

The Tempest (Wallace)

William Shakespeare, Joseph Wallace

The Tempest (Wallace)

The Tempest (Wallace)

William Shakespeare, Joseph Wallace

Overview

Shakespeare's last play is considered by some to be his best work of theater, combining elements of mystery, romance, intrigue, broad comedy, magic, music and dancing! A usurped duke named Prospero and his now adolescent daughter have made an almost-abandoned island their home, along with a fairy named Ariel and a half-human slave, Caliban. Prospero uses magic to conjure a storm to bring his usurping brother and his cohorts to the island, with magical and fantastic results! This play contains some of Shakespeare's best characters and most beautiful poetry, artfully condensed into a faithful one-act adaptation. Excellent choice for competition, showcase, and introduction to Shakespeare. Also offers challenging opportunities for more advanced groups. One judge at a competition called this play, "the ultimate in theatricality! By the author of our popular plays, Something's Rotten in the State of Denmark, Hush Little Celia, A Wild Boor

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Details

  • Genre: Adaptations (Shakespeare)
  • Time Period: Contemporary, 16th Century / Elizabethan, Greek; Roman & Biblical
  • Cast Attributes: Ensemble cast, Reduced casting (Doubling Possible), Expandable casting, Features Children, Roles for Teens, Flexible cast size, Multicultural casting, Roles for Children, Room for Extras, Strong Role for Leading Man (Star Vehicle), Strong Role for Leading Woman (Star Vehicle), Parts for Senior Actors
  • Target Audience: Appropriate for all audiences, Adult, Teen (Age 14 - 18)

Authors

Author

William Shakespeare

Joseph Wallace

Joseph Wallace has been writing and directing plays for more than thirty years.  In addition, he has been a teacher of English and theatre for more than 25 years.  His titles with us include: Something's Rotten in the State of Denmark (one-act and musical versions) ; Hush Lit ...
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