First Encounters with Shakespeare

The Tempest

William Shakespeare

Here is some more detailed information on the content of The Tempest, to help prepare you or those you are bringing with you to see the show.

  • Running time:

    To be confirmed

Live theatre is exciting. It can be loud, bright, shocking at times, and occasionally some of the effects we use, or the themes our productions explore, can trigger distressing emotions.

We know that some of our audiences appreciate detailed information on the content of our shows in order to make informed decisions and to prepare themselves, or members of their party, including those with additional needs.

If there are specific themes you are concerned about, you can call our Box Office team on 01789 331111, from midday to 6pm (UK time) Monday to Friday to find out more about our shows and what they contain.

General content guidance:

  • Actors play multiple characters, and genders may be swapped or fluid 
  • We explore themes of Colonisation and language of enslavement 
  • There are references to death, religion, magic and spirits
  • Magic is sometimes used to control or harm people

 

The production also contains:

  • Amplified sound and live singing
  • Moments of shouting/heightened voice
  • Weapons seen but not used
  • Drunkenness and drinking of alcohol