I absolutely loved this version of The Tempest. This play works so well with a woman in the role of Prospero. I think it actually works better in many ways, truth be told. As a father-daughter relationship, it’s slightly creepy, but when it’s mother-daughter instead, I don’t get that vibe. Maybe that’s just me. Also, I’ve got to say that…
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Currently watching The Tempest with Helen Mirren as Prospera and Ben Whishaw (who I adore) as Ariel. Because what better way to enjoy the anticipation of a giant snowstorm?
allthingshakespeare: Helen Mirren as Cleopatra and Alan Rickman as Antony in the Royal Shakespeare Company’s 1998 production of “Antony and Cleopatra” (Credit: J. Stllwell). I so wish I could have seen this production! That would have been quite something. 🙂