THE TEMPEST
Seattle Rep presents THE TEMPEST by William Shakespeare. Adaptation, music & new lyrics by Todd Almond and conceived by Lear deBessonet. Playing from August 25 to 27, 2023. Librarians at Seattle Public Library created this list of books, films and music to enhance your experience of the show.
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That Way Madness Lies
This collection of diverse, nuanced and frequently subversive stories based on the Bard's best known works includes a charming retelling of THE TEMPEST, entitled "Severe Weather Warning," by Emily Wibberley and Austin Siegemund-Broka.
Format: Book
Availability: Available
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Thomas Adès' The Tempest
Based on Shakespeare's play, Adès' opera premiered at the Royal Opera House in London in 2004. Listen to a streaming recording of a 2007 performance at that venue, conducted by Adès. Also available on CD in the Library's collection.
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William Shakespeare's The Tempest
Derek Jarman's 1979 film adaptation of the play stars Heathcote Williams as Prospero and Toyah Willcox as Miranda. Stream this classic through Kanopy with your library card and PIN.
Format: Streaming Video
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A Brave Vessel
Drawing on the contemporary narrative by aspiring poet William Stratchey, Hobson provides a fascinating and well-researched account of the 1609 shipwreck of the Sea Venture, which many Shakespeare scholars believe inspired THE TEMPEST.
Format: eBook
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Seattle Rep's THE TEMPEST website
The powerful Prospero, banished to a magical island by a conniving sibling, bewitches a storm to bring them back together for a final showdown—will it be revenge or reconciliation? Sprites abound, young lovers meet, and mischief is made as two very different worlds collide. With a cast of 60+ and featuring spectacular guest performances from local community groups, Seattle Rep’s Public Works community brings to life this musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s otherworldly adventure.
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