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Set sail for the magical destination that is The Tempest, Shakespeare’s mystical tale of betrayal, love, revenge, and redemption that unfolds on an enchanted island. Under the visionary direction of Sylvaine Strike, prepare to be swept away by a whirlwind of magic, mystery, and transformation in a theatrical journey like no other.

The indomitable Antoinette Kellermann plays Prospera, the banished Duke of Milan, now a powerful sorcerer bent on reclaiming her honour. With a career spanning 50 years, Kellermann’s contributions to South African theatre have been monumental, and her portrayal of Prospera is set to be as captivating as ever. Ms. Kellerman is joined by a talented cast of South African actors.

Prospera conjures a storm to shipwreck her treacherous brother, Antonio (played by David Viviers) and the complicit King Alonso of Naples (Brent Palmer) who had her banished from their kingdom. Stranded on the island, they become pawns in Prospera’s plan to restore her daughter Miranda’s (Jane de Wet) honour and reclaim her dukedom. Unbeknownst to her and with the help of the ethereal Ariel (Daniel Lasker), Prospera’s loyal spirit servant, who creates much of the island’s magic, Prospera manipulates events in Miranda’s favour, even as she falls in love with Alonso’s son Ferdinand (Jefferson Lan).

The cast is completed by Tankiso Mamabolo playing both Sebastian and Trinculo, Siya Mayola as Gonzalo and Len-Barry Simons, Naoline Quinzin and Lungile Lallie as the Spirits.

Embark on an unforgettable journey of romance, intrigue, and spellbinding drama as The Tempest sweeps you into its whirlwind of emotion and enchantment…

Direction by Sylvaine StrikeCostumes and set design by Niall GriffinLighting design Oliver HauserMusic composed by Wessel OdendaalSound design by David Classen

Running Time: Approx. 100 minutesNo Interval

Maynardville Open-Air Festival 2025

Let Waves of Wonder wash over you at the 2025 season of the Maynardville Open- Air Festival. Whether you are a long-time patron or a first-time visitor, we welcome you to experience the magic of live performances at South Africa’s oldest outdoor arts festival. This quintessential Cape Town event will leave you with memories that last a lifetime.

The tradition of Shakespeare in The Park continues this year with Shakespeare’s timeless classic, The Tempest, under direction of Sylvaine Strike, where the wonders of the sea and the mysteries of an enchanted island unfold before your eyes. The programme also includes the soul-stirring melodies of the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra, Tour de Tchaikovsky, a Chamber Music Concert, a powerful performance by Cape Town Opera, and a delightful musical experience celebrating the 95th anniversary of one of the Musical Theatre’s most prolific writers, Sunday in the Park with Sondheim.