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The Tempest

The 30-Minute Shakespeare
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The Tempest: The 30-Minute Shakespeare presents a condensed adaptation featuring eight memorable scenes. It begins with a magical storm and shipwreck, followed by the comedic discovery of Caliban and his plot against Prospero. The narrative includes the touching marriage vows between Ferdinand and Miranda, Ariel’s mischievous disguises, and concludes with Prospero's poetic farewell to his magic.
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Suitable for readers aged 12 and above, especially those interested in Shakespeare or school performances, with guidance for novice actors and educators.

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The Tempest: The 30-Minute Shakespeare offers eight scenes from this rich comedy. Beginning with the magical storm and shipwreck, this adaptation includes the uproarious discovery of the monster Caliban and his plot to kill Prospero. Included are the heartfelt marriage vows between Ferdinand and Miranda, the disguised antics of fairy Ariel, and Prospero's poetic abjuration of his rough magic.

The edition includes a preface by Nick Newlin containing helpful advice on how to put on a Shakespeare performance in a high school class with novice actors as well as an appendix with suggestions for the specific play and recommendations for further resources.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781935550280

Publisher: Nicolo Whimsey Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 August 2012

Country: United States

Imprint: Nicolo Whimsey Press

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

  • Edited by Nick Newlin

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 139.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 124g

Pages: 80

About the Author

Nick Newlin: Nick Newlin has performed a juggling and variety act for international audiences for 23 years. Since 1996, he has conducted an annual Play Directing residency affiliated with the Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, DC. Nick has a BA from Harvard University with Honors 1982 and an MA in Theater from The University of Maryland with an emphasis on Play Directing.

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