Discover Wiliam Shakespeare 'sThe Tempest at the Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse, in the 6th arrondissement of Paris. Translated and directed by Stéphanie Tesson, it features Pierre Val, Marguerite Danguy Des Déserts, Jean Durant, Quentin Kelberine and Aurélien Palmer from June 25 to July 13, 2024.
The Tempest tells the story of Prospero, the legitimate Duke of Milan, who has been usurped by his brother Antonio and exiled to a remote island. On this island, Prospero lives with his daughter Miranda and uses his magical powers to control the island's spirits, including Ariel, an air spirit, and Caliban, a monstrous slave.
Born in 1564, Shakespeare began his career in London as an actor, writer and co-owner of the Lord Chamberlain's Men theater company, later known as the King's Men. The playwright wrote some 39 plays, 154 sonnets and two long narrative poems. His most famous works include Hamlet, Othello, Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet and A Midsummer Night's Dream. Stephanie Tesson, daughter of Philippine Tesson and co-director of Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse, is renowned for her sensitive, innovative interpretations of the classics.
Wiliam Shakespeare 'splayThe Tempest will be staged at the Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse from June 25 to July 13, 2024 .
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Dates and Opening Time
From June 25th, 2024 to July 13th, 2024
Location
Théâtre de Poche Montparnasse
75 Boulevard du Montparnasse
75006 Paris 6
Prices
€26 - €32
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