The stage is set for a tumultuous new production of The Tempest, Shakespeare’s tale of reckoning and redemption, this summer in the Globe Theatre.For powerful Prospero’s opening act of revenge, he raises a ferocious storm to shipwreck a crew of men - including his usurping brother - onto the remote island he now rules.
Shakespeare in London
Whether you cry at Shakespeare tragedies, laugh at Shakespeare comedies or just want to experience the Bard's classic works, there's nowhere better than London. Open-air productions of Shakespeare plays in London take place all summer long at Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre. Come rain or shine, Shakespeare London theatre is always taking place. There's even Shakespeare productions in the West End too, including shows from the Royal Shakespeare Company at the Barbican. Some of the best Shakespeare plays in London are happening right now, and you can check out our complete guide to Shakespeare London theatre and beyond.
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Director Abigail Graham shines candlelight on Shakespeare's complex exploration of prejudice, patriarchy and capitalism in the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse.
In a society that exploits minorities to keep the majority in power, identity is everything.