"Hell is empty And all the devils are here.” (Ariel, Act 1, Scene 2)

“How beauteous mankind is! O brave new world, That has such people in’t.” (Miranda, Act 5, Scene 1)

Everyone is welcome to join us as we read aloud The Tempest, one of Shakespeare’s romances (aka comedy, tragicomedy, problem play). Not easily categorized, the play is full of music, magic, love, forgiveness, humor, and drama. Likely Shakespeare’s final solo play, it can be read as his farewell to theatre.

We read orally in round robin manner, stopping for informal discussion as the group desires. Mispronunciations welcome! You must have your own unabridged version of the play to read. Various editions pose no problems. Instead, differences often become discussion points.