The Tempest
The sorcerer Prospero conjures a storm to shipwreck his enemies on his enchanted island, setting in motion a final reckoning with justice, forgiveness, and the letting go of power.
The Tempest's dependence on elaborate magical effects and spectacular staging-from the titular storm to supernatural manifestations and enchanted music-makes it a favorite for theaters equipped with advanced technical capabilities, and 2026 promises several ambitious productions across North America that will showcase these elements. This page helps you discover where you can experience these live stagings of Shakespeare's 1610 romance about sorcery, shipwreck, and the struggle between vengeance and forgiveness.
- Genre
- romance
- Written
- 1610–1611
- Productions
- 5 listed
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Current productions of The Tempest
Updated weekly · Current as of May 2026There are currently 5 listed productions of The Tempest, including festival, community, and professional stagings.
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Chesapeake Shakespeare Company
Baltimore, MD
Apr 24, 2026 – May 17, 2026
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St. Louis Shakespeare Festival
St. Louis, MO
May 27, 2026 – Jun 21, 2026
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Houston Shakespeare Festival
Houston, TX
Jul 30, 2026 – Aug 7, 2026
Next: Jul 30
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Wichita Shakespeare Company
Wichita, KS
Sep 4, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026
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