William Shakespeare's The Tempest

July 12 to August 6 | Main Stage

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"We are such stuff as dreams are made on."

By William Shakespeare
Directed by Dennis Razze

July 12 to August 6 | Main Stage

Banished from his dukedom, Prospero magically controls an enchanted isle and raises his cherished daughter Miranda. With an opportunity for vengeance, Prospero summons a tempest to shipwreck his enemies, yet unexpected things happen on the island when mortals and magic mix. Shakespeare’s final testament to the redeeming power of love, The Tempest is an enchanting spectacle for all ages. Ages 7+

The Tempest will be directed by Associate Artistic Director Dennis Razze, who began as a founding member of PSF 32 years ago in the very first season in 1992 and will be retiring from the Festival at the end of the summer. Razze’s artistic contributions over the many years have been unmatched, from musicals to Shakespearean productions. Don’t miss his directorial finale with Shakespeare’s own magical farewell to the theatre.

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Show Extras:

  • Opening Night, Friday, July 14: Join the PSF actors and staff for a friendly post-show champagne toast.
  • Prologues: Join us for insights into the play in an informal setting. Free. Held in the theatre 45 minutes prior to curtain.
  • Savoring Shakespeare – specialty dinner themed to the play with behind-the-scenes insights: Wednesday, July 19, 5:00pm.
  • Audio Described and Open Captioned performance: Saturday, July 29, 2:00pm.
  • Meet the actors for a talk-back after the show: Thursday, August 3.
  • The Tempest and Jane Austen’s Sense and Sensibility will play in repertory with
    the same cast. Please order early for the best seating options.

Performance Calendar

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July 12, 2023(1 event)

7:30 pm: The Tempest (P)

July 13, 2023(1 event)

7:30 pm: The Tempest (P)

July 14, 2023(1 event)

7:30 pm: The Tempest (O)

July 15, 2023
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July 18, 2023(1 event)

6:30 pm: The Tempest

July 19, 2023(1 event)

7:30 pm: The Tempest

July 20, 2023
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July 23, 2023(1 event)

2:00 pm: The Tempest

July 24, 2023
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July 26, 2023(1 event)

7:30 pm: The Tempest

July 27, 2023
July 28, 2023(1 event)

7:30 pm: The Tempest

July 29, 2023(1 event)
July 30, 2023(1 event)

7:30 pm: The Tempest

July 31, 2023
August 1, 2023
August 2, 2023
August 3, 2023(1 event)

7:30 pm: The Tempest

August 4, 2023
August 5, 2023(1 event)

7:30 pm: The Tempest

August 6, 2023(1 event)

2:00 pm: The Tempest