September 3, 2026 – November 13, 2026
“Hell is empty, and all the devils are here.”
–Act I, Scene II, The Tempest
Prospero summons the storm that brings his enemies into his grasp after being betrayed and cast out to sea. With Ariel at his command and Caliban under his rule, Prospero shapes what his enemies see, hear, and believe on this isle full of noises.
Embark on a brave new world and discover a story where magic fills the air, power shifts hands, and by the end, love and forgiveness take center stage.
Filled with music, magic, and illusion, William Shakespeare’s The Tempest returns for the Blackfriars Playhouse’s 25th anniversary celebration.
The Tempest Spanish translations
[Link to the original Spanish text]
[Link to CC BY-SA 4.0 license]
Modifications: Selected passages are reproduced from the translation and changes to the passages have been made.
Fall 2026 Repertory Spotify Playlist
Cast
Alonso
PREVIOUSLY WITH ASC: Oliver in As You Like It; Ross, Hecate in Macbeth; Provost in Measure for Measure. OTHER THEATRES: Stephano, Sebastian in The Tempest, Horace in School for Wives …
Nick Ericksen is an actor at the American Shakespeare Center’s Blackfriars Playhouse in Staunton, VA.
THIS SEASON: Acting Fellow
Sara J. Griffin is a gifted actor whose compelling and elegant performances light up the ASC stage and beyond.
Angela Iannone is a celebrated actor, known for her nuanced performances and captivating presence at ASC and beyond.
Ronan Melomo is a versatile actor with a rich background in classical theatre, known for dynamic performances at the American Shakespeare Center.
K.P. Powell is an actor and director with the American Shakespeare Center, known for his dynamic performances and bold storytelling on stage and off.
Ronald Román-Meléndez is an accomplished actor with over 30 previous roles at the American Shakespeare Center.
Isabel Sanchez is an actor at the American Shakespeare Center’s Blackfriars Playhouse in Staunton, VA.
Christopher Seiler is a seasoned actor and musician whose performances embody transformation and connection, captivating audiences at ASC and beyond.
Acting Fellow
Marguerite Arbogast, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.
THIS SEASON: Swing in Julius Caesar, Pride and Prejudice, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Gray Casterline, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.
Carlyle DePriest, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.
THIS SEASON: Swing in Julius Caesar, Pride and Prejudice, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Meet Kevin Hammond, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center (ASC). Explore her extensive theatre experience and upcoming roles.
Evin McQuistion, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.
Chris Rothbauer, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center.
Meet Joan Raube-Wilson, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center (ASC). Explore her extensive theatre experience and upcoming roles.
Creative Team
Doreen Bechtol is a seasoned movement consultant, actor, and educator with extensive experience in theatre, choreography, and original devised works.
THIS SEASON: Director of DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS
Alexander Carey is a Stage Manager whose expertise and passion bring seamless productions to life at ASC and beyond.
Kaela A.C. Wilson, Assistant Stage Manager at the American Shakespeare Center.
Becca Westbrook is a versatile performer and director whose passion for storytelling and Shakespearean theatre shines at ASC and beyond.
Johnny Williams III is a dynamic performer whose versatility and passion bring captivating characters to life at ASC and beyond.
Elizabeth Wislar is a costume designer at the American Shakespeare Center. Explore her theatre experience and education.
Amy Monsalve is Wardrobe Manager & Design Assistant at the ASC, recognized for her attention to detail and passion for bringing costumes to life.
Trina Yager is the Costume Coordinator & Wardrobe Supervisor at the American Shakespeare Center.
Conrad Gothard worked at the American Shakespeare Center from 2023 – 2026
Grace Easterday, Prop Shop Manager at the American Shakespeare Center in Staunton, VA.
Meet Siena Maxwell, Dramaturgy Fellow for the Spring 2026 TWELFTH NIGHT production at the American Shakespeare Center.
Angela Iannone is a celebrated actor, known for her nuanced performances and captivating presence at ASC and beyond.
John Paul Scheidler is a fight choreographer, director, and actor whose work has been a cornerstone of ASC productions since 2003.
Ronald Román-Meléndez is an accomplished actor with over 30 previous roles at the American Shakespeare Center.
Christopher Seiler is a seasoned actor and musician whose performances embody transformation and connection, captivating audiences at ASC and beyond.
Music Captain
PREVIOUSLY WITH ASC: Oliver in As You Like It; Ross, Hecate in Macbeth; Provost in Measure for Measure. OTHER THEATRES: Stephano, Sebastian in The Tempest, Horace in School for Wives …
Meet Joan Raube-Wilson, Acting Fellow at the American Shakespeare Center (ASC). Explore her extensive theatre experience and upcoming roles.
Haley Fentriss Roberts is an accomplished Intimacy Choreographer dedicated to fostering meaningful connections on stage at ASC and beyond.
Meet Emily Oleson, movement consultant at the American Shakespeare Center.
Peter Simon Hilton is a playwright, actor, and co-creator of the 50/50 Shakespeare Project.
