Ensemble Theatre of Chattanooga will open Shakespeare’s comedy The Tempest on Thursday, September 5, as part of its 2013 season. The production will run through Sunday, September 15, with performances on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. All performances will be held at the theatre’s space inside Eastgate Town Center at 5600 Brainerd Road.
“The Tempest features whirling spirits, lost nobles, young romance, drunken clowns, and magical lyricism,” says director Jeff Parker. “Our production celebrates Shakespeare’s vision of a magical yet personal theatre, wherein the universal movement of the stars and a lover’s heartbeat are of equal import. Filled with music, dance, humor, treachery, romance, and beauty, The Tempest is a play celebrating the theatre.”
Shakespeare’s final play, The Tempest is the story of Prospero, the overthrown Duke of Milan, and his daughter Miranda. After being stranded on a remote island for 12 years, Prospero has become a powerful sorcerer who has come to rule the island and its inhabitants. When he discovers that his brother Antonio is on a ship passing close to the island, Prospero attempts to use his magic influence to restore himself and Miranda to their rightful positions.
ETC’s production of The Tempest features Garry Lee Posey as Prospero, Maggie Bradshaw as Miranda, and Christy Gallo as the spirit Ariel. Other cast members include Brandi Alexander, Casey Keelen, Marcia Parks, Eric Phillips, Joseph Tipton, Justin Wahlne, Jake Waters, Jeremy Wilkins, Eric Wyatt, and Makenzie Young. Evie Durant stage manages.
Tickets are $15 for general admission and $10 for students with a valid student ID. They can be purchased online at www.ensembletheatreofchattanooga.com, by phone at 423-987-5141, or at the door beginning one hour before each performance. Discounted tickets are available for groups of 10 or more. Doors open 30 minutes before show time. Free parking is available at Eastgate Town Center.
Source: Ensemble Theatre of Chattanooga