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Doctor Prospero - The Rough Magic of John Dee archive

What inspired Shakespeare to create his last major character, Prospero, in The Tempest? This play parallels the extraordinary life of Dr John Dee, Elizabethan magus, with Shakespeare's enchanter, his magic island and its fascinating inhabitants. Alchemy, astronomy, and conversations with angels combined with the richness of Shakespeare's genius promises a rare and entertaining conjunction. one-man show.

Cast/Performers

Gareth Armstrong

Creatives/Company

Author: Stephen Davies
Producer: Gareth Armstrong
Director: Tim Carroll
Design: John Macfarlane
Music: Simon Slater

Doctor Prospero - The Rough Magic of John Dee

Doctor Prospero - The Rough Magic of John Dee (Play) production archive for QTIX code T0199043299. Details of all Doctor Prospero - The Rough Magic of John Dee archived productions can be found under the QTIX code: S0754622196

Archive Listings

22 May 02	Chipping Norton Theatre Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire Performance Details => Venue archive
4 Aug 01 to 27 Aug 01	The Fringe Office Edinburgh Performance Details => Venue archive

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