French theater company adapts La Tempête
A French theater company is adapting William Shakespeare's La Tempête with five actors portraying approximately fifteen characters. The production, described as a fairy-tragic comedy, revisits the timeless story of forgiveness, betrayal, and transmission through humor and poetry.Philippe Berling and Nathalie Prats lead adaptation
Philippe Berling and Nathalie Prats are leading the adaptation, which features a dynamic performance that brings the classical text to life with modernity and clarity. The production emphasizes a balance between the original's complexity and contemporary accessibility.Prospero's character reimagined
Prospero, the Duke of Milan, is depicted as preferring science, the arts, and white magic over the exercise of power. Deposed and exiled to a deserted island by his brother, he orchestrates his revenge with the help of Ariel, an air spirit.Cast and production details
The production includes Valérie Delbore, Pierre Pompon, Pascale Corot, Patrick Pompon, and Philippe Berling in multiple roles. Lighting is designed by Pierre Heydorff. The production is by La Structure, with co-production by Châteauvallon-Liberté, scène nationale, and support from the city of Semur-en-Auxois.Residencies and performance dates
Residencies include Théâtre du Rempart de Semur-en-Auxois, Cité du Verbe de Missery, and La Métairie de Savelot-Ouroux-en-Morvan. The play runs from December 9 to 12, 2026, at Théâtre Châteauvallon Liberté in Ollioules.
