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The Tempest, By William Shakespeare
Directed by Kath Yates
Performances: 8-16 May 2026 (including a Matinee on 9th May)
Auditions: 5th March 2026 @7:45pm at the Little Theatre
(Ariel may be auditioned earlier)
A story of shipwreck and magic, The Tempest begins on a ship caught in a violent storm with Alonso, the king of Naples, on board. On a nearby island, the exiled Duke/Duchess of Milan, Prospero, tells their daughter, Miranda, that they have caused the storm with their magical powers. Prospero had been banished twelve years earlier when Prospero’s brother, Antonio—also on the doomed ship—conspired with Alonso to become the duke instead. Prospero and Miranda are served by a spirit named Ariel and by Caliban, son of the island’s previous inhabitant, the witch Sycorax.
On the island, castaways from the wreck begin to appear. First is Alonso’s son Ferdinand, who immediately falls in love with Miranda. Prospero secretly approves of their love, but tests the pair by enslaving Ferdinand. After secretly watching Miranda and Ferdinand exchange vows, Prospero releases Ferdinand and consents to their marriage.
Other castaways who appear are Trinculo and Stephano, Alonso’s jester and butler, who join forces with Caliban to K*ll Prospero and take over the island. The nobles from the ship search for Ferdinand and are confronted with a spectacle including a Harpy, who convinces Alonso that Ferdinand’s death is retribution for Prospero’s exile.
Having all his enemies under his control, Prospero decides to forgive them. Alonso, joyously reunited with his son, restores Prospero to the dukedom of Milan and welcomes Miranda as Ferdinand’s wife. As all except Caliban and Ariel prepare to leave the island, Prospero, who has given up his magic, bids farewell to the island and the audience.
The Tempest Cast List
ALL CHARACTERS CAN BE MALE OR FEMALE WITH THE EXCEPTION OF CALIBAN, MIRANDA AND FERDINAND
PROSPERO, the former duke of Milan, now a magician on
a Mediterranean island. A strong character. Male or female.
MIRANDA, Prospero’s daughter – in her late teens.
ARIEL, a spirit, servant to Prospero. Must be very flexible and physically strong. Ideally a gymnast or trained dancer.
CALIBAN, an inhabitant of the island, servant to Prospero. Male. Early twenties. A physical part.
FERDINAND, prince of Naples. Late teens or early twenties
ALONSO, King of Naples
ANTONIO, Duke of Milan and Prospero’s brother
SEBASTIAN, Alonso’s brother
GONZALO, councillor to Alonso and friend to Prospero
ADRIAN, courtier in attendance on Alonso
FRANCISCO, courtier in attendance on Alonso
TRINCULO, servant to Alonso, comedic character
STEPHANO, Alonso’s butler, comedic character
SHIPMASTER,
BOATSWAIN, MINOR CHARACTERS – COULD BE DOUBLED
MARINERS
Please note:
• Rehearsals take place every Monday, Wednesday and Friday evening at the theatre from 7:45pm, unless you are notified by of any variances by the director
• Performances are across 2 weeks, starting with the Friday evening, Saturday matinee, Saturday evening of week 1, continuing to Tuesday evening through to Saturday evening of week 2 (the second weekend excludes a matinee performance). You are expected to be available for both show weeks for all rehearsals and performances (unless you have an exceptional arrangement with your director).
• You may be required to provide small props or costumes at your directors' request, but this will be discussed in advance.
• A technical rehearsal is usually held on the Sunday before the run begins.
• If you are successful in your audition, you will be required to become a Full Member of the Rep (if you do not currently have membership) prior to the first rehearsal.
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