Shakespeare, Clearly: The Tempest
adapted from William Shakespeare
The survivors of shipwreck navigate a sorcerer's magical island in this classic Shakespeare comedy. This straightforward adaptation mixing contemporary and classical language emphasizes story and character rather than the poetry. Master director and acclaimed playwright Jon Jory has reimagined the classic tale to serve as an early introduction for younger audiences and actors that allows easy invo...Read More
| Genre | Comedy |
|---|---|
| Sub-genre | Adaptation, Shakespeare, Fantasy |
| Length Type | Full-Length |
| Theme | Faithful Adaptation, Romance |
| Cast Size | 12-15 actors (suggested casting: 3M, 1F, 8 any) |
| Approx. Running Time | 30-35 minutes |
* Minimum Royalty: $55.00 / performance
Script PDF: $10.00
Acting Edition Book: $10.99
Stage Manager Edition: $24.99
The survivors of shipwreck navigate a sorcerer's magical island in this classic Shakespeare comedy. This straightforward adaptation mixing contemporary and classical language emphasizes story and character rather than the poetry. Master director and acclaimed playwright Jon Jory has reimagined the classic tale to serve as an early introduction for younger audiences and actors that allows easy involvement. Inventive yet faithful, this adaptation will inspire actors and audiences alike to revisit Shakespeare’s original texts. Gender-neutral casting is encouraged and doubling is possible. Simple staging allows for a fluid and forward moving production.
