The Tempest

21/11/24

Directed by Kell Cowley

 Ten years since Chester Little Theatre’s magical rendition of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, we are returning to the Bard and another of his most fantastical works – the wondrous tragicomedy The Tempest. 

 Exiled Duke and sorcerer Prospero conjures a storm to shipwreck the King of Naples and his traitorous brother, Antonio , on the enchanted island where he has long been marooned. Meanwhile, Prospero’s slave Caliban plots to overthrow his master and take back the island for himself. 

 Kell Cowley’s Spring production will be giving a contemporary edge to this classic tale that will offer casting opportunities to actors of all ages and genders. Expect a play filled with thrills, tears and laughter, betrayals and reconciliations, sweet music, and wild stormy weather.  

 

Reading: Tuesday 19 November at 7.30 pm

Auditions: Thursday 21 November at 7.30 pm

 Performance Dates:  Saturday 8, Monday 10 to 15 March, 2025

 

CAST LIST: (all roles are open to gender-blind casting and ages listed are playing age rather than actual age)

 

PROSPERO (50s+) The exiled Duke of Milan and a sorcerer seeking revenge on those who marooned him on an island. 

 

ARIEL (20s-40s): Prospero’s spirit servant.

 

MIRANDA (late teens-20s): Prospero’s daughter.

 

CALIBAN (20s-40s): Son of the witch, Sycorax (who was also stranded on the island) Caliban has since become Prospero’s slave.

 

ALONSO (50s+): The King of Naples.  

 

FERDINAND (late teens-20s): King Alonso’s son.   

 

SEBASTIAN (30s-50s): King Alonso’s younger brother.

 

ANTONIO (30s-50s): Prospero’s younger brother and the usurper Duke.  

 

GONZALO (60s+): King Alonso’s advisor and friend to Prospero.  

 

TRINCULO (20s-40s): King Alonso’s jester.

 

STEPHANO (20s-40s): King Alonso’s drunken butler.  

 

JUNO, CERES, IRIS, BOATSWAIN & SHIP MASTER: Minor roles that will be doubled by members of the company or stagehands.