The Tempest
The Tempest
Company: Mokwha Repertory Company
Adapted and Directed by Tae-Suk Oh
Date: 13 August (Sat) ~16 August (Tue) 19:30
Venue: King's Theatre
In Master Oh's adaptation Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' is transported to 5th Century Korea in this dramatic re imagining and adaptation of his final and most poetic play.
King Zilzi, immersed in his study of Taoist magic, leaves the care of his Kingdom in the hands of King Zabi. While he is away, Zabi takes control and with the help of Zilzi's brother, Soji, banishes him from his lands. Inspired by a true story from the Korean Chronicles of the Three Kingdoms, Tae-Suk Oh's The Tempest blends extraordinary historical fact with Shakespearean fiction, infusing both with elements of traditional Korean culture and folklore. With music played on traditional Korean instruments and incorporationin richly layered costumes, this fantastical producion explores the limitations and possiblities of human nature through the acts of betrayal, love, forgiveness and eventual reconciliation.
The Tempest
The Tempest
Company: Mokwha Repertory Company
Adapted and Directed by Tae-Suk Oh
Date: 13 August (Sat) ~16 August (Tue) 19:30
Venue: King's Theatre
In Master Oh's adaptation Shakespeare's 'The Tempest' is transported to 5th Century Korea in this dramatic re imagining and adaptation of his final and most poetic play.
King Zilzi, immersed in his study of Taoist magic, leaves the care of his Kingdom in the hands of King Zabi. While he is away, Zabi takes control and with the help of Zilzi's brother, Soji, banishes him from his lands. Inspired by a true story from the Korean Chronicles of the Three Kingdoms, Tae-Suk Oh's The Tempest blends extraordinary historical fact with Shakespearean fiction, infusing both with elements of traditional Korean culture and folklore. With music played on traditional Korean instruments and incorporationin richly layered costumes, this fantastical producion explores the limitations and possiblities of human nature through the acts of betrayal, love, forgiveness and eventual reconciliation.