“Enchanting…a lovely production of one of Shakespeare’s most theatrical plays.”
“Director Joe Discher enables us to believe and absorb The Tempest in the same unquestioning manner that a young child responds to classic fairy tales.”
“Joe Discher, one of the state’s most imaginative directors, knows that people who bring their picnic lunches and children here want to chortle and giggle the night away. As a result, his take on The Tempest offers a torrent of laughs.”
Marooned on a mysterious island full of magical creatures, the magus Prospero prepares to wreak havoc on those who have wronged him, only to learn the greater value of compassion and forgiveness. This fun, mystical romance is a perfect opportunity for families and people of all ages to experience Shakespeare under-the-stars!
Performed at the Greek Theatre, an outdoor amphitheatre located on the pastoral campus of the College of Saint Elizabeth in Morris Township.
By William Shakespeare
Directed by Joseph Discher
Scenic Design by Charles Calvert
Lighting Design by Andrew Hungerford
Costume Design by Alixandra Gage Englund
Sound Design by Charles Harbert
Production Stage Manager - Christine Whalen*
THE CAST
Ian Michael Austin | Francisco, Boatswain
Jake Berger | Sebastian
Bill Christ* | Alonso
A. Benard Cummings* | Prospero
Michael Ellison* | Ferdinand
Joel de la Fuente* | Ariel
Bryan Hicks* | Antonio
Jay Leibowitz* | Stefano
Rachel Mewbron | Miranda
Mark Mineart* | Caliban
Tim Nicolai | Adrian, Master
Andy Patterson* | Trinculo
John Seidman* | Gonzalo
Mariners: Matthew Barbot, Desmond Thorne
Spirits: Lindsay Allen, Jessica Cronin, Rebecca Davis, Jesse Jones, Caitlin Lyons, Melissa Toomey
*member Actor's Equity