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The Tempest
- Arkangel Shakespeare
- Narrated by: Jennifer Ehle, Adrian Lester, Bob Peck, Simon Russell Beale, Jamie Glover, Richard McCabe
- Length: 2 hrs and 11 mins
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Summary
This haunting drama of vengeance and forgiveness crowns the group of tragicomic romances that Shakespeare composed at the end of his career. Sometimes read as his farewell to the stage, the play contains some of Shakespeare's most lyrical verse.
Prospero, wise Duke of Milan, has been deposed by Antonio, his wicked brother, and exiled with his daughter Miranda to a mysterious island. But Prospero possesses supernatural powers. Aided by the spirit Ariel, Prospero uses his magical art to bring his enemies under his control.
Prospero is played by Bob Peck, Ariel by Adrian Lester, Jennifer Ehle is Miranda, Simon Russell Beale is Antonio, Jamie Glover is Ferdinand, and Richard McCabe plays Caliban.
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- Anonymous User
- 25-11-22
Shakespeare’s most profoundly beautiful play
A well produced recording with a great cast. The music - the sounds and sweet airs - give it the right atmosphere. Recommended.
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- 13-12-21
A most excellent play
Great play made even better with having a great cast, from start to finish very entertaining and with a nicely amount of music. Most thoroughly recommend.
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