The Tempest: A Guide to the PlayThe Tempest was first published in 1623 and is probably the last play Shakespeare wrote by himself. The product of his artistic maturity, it has inspired a variety of modern adaptations and remains one of his most popular plays. While its plot is fairly straightforward, The Tempest addresses numerous issues and topics current in the 17th century, such as magic and colonialism. Scholars, in turn, have responded by generating a vast body of criticism. This reference is a comprehensive guide to the play. |
From inside the book
Results 1-3 of 37
... acting , and of course ... a speculative or symbolic Shakespeare ” ( 62 ) . “ While decon- structive directors often ... actors solved the logistical problems of tripling , quadrupling ... through move- ments and blocking that helped ...
... actors ' lives in their hands ! " ( qtd . in Elgin 1993 , 14 ; McCowen's emphasis ) . The production began with Ariel swinging a lantern , which summoned wind , storm , and the pitching decks of a ship . “ By watching an actor make a ...
... actors are supposed to be invisible , an approach that worked well once , as four black - clad actors carrying long poles closed Ariel in with the threat of oak in which Prospero will peg the spirit if it more murmurest . But this was ...
Other editions - View all
Common terms and phrases
References to this book
Voice in Motion: Staging Gender, Shaping Sound in Early Modern England Gina Bloom No preview available - 2007 |