The Tempest by William Shakespeare

The Summer Shakespeare Tauranga Trust presents 'The Tempest' an outdoor performance of one of Shakespeare’s favourite plays at the Te Puna quarry's most magical spot, the amphitheatre!

On a strange and desolate Isle, there dwells the banished Prospero and daughter Miranda, subduing the native spirits and creatures to be their servants, Prospero plots a return to former glory. The stars align and Prospero’s adversaries are bought to justice on the island, tormented by strange beings and music they repent their wrongs and reinstate Prospero as the rightful Duke.

Being an outdoor event, we are subject to the weather so please bring a warm jacket and a comfortable cushion, terrace seating is available so NO CHAIRS PLEASE!
You have the opportunity to pre-purchase a charcuterie board with your ticket, but food and drink is available on site before the show and at intermission, as there is alcohol available, we request that you drink responsibly and consider carpooling with a designated sober driver.

We strive to provide an inclusive event, so if you have any particular needs or concerns about the event and/or the venue please feel free to email us taurangashakespeare@gmail.com .