The Tempest

Directed by: Matte O’Brian
Location: Bardo Arts Center, Niggli Studio Theatre


A fantastical tale of magic, betrayal, love, and forgiveness, set on a mysterious island.

Twelve years prior to this tale Prospero and hisinfant daughter Miranda are cast adrift at sea and lands on a remote island. There, he becomes a powerful sorcerer by studying magic and gains control over the spirit Ariel and the son of Sycorax; Caliban.

Prospero conjures a storm (the "tempest") to shipwreck his usurpers on the island. As the castaways arrive, Prospero uses his magic to manipulate events. Will he seek justice, forgiveness, or revenge?

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