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The Tempest

William Shakespeare

3.64 AVERAGE


We're going to see Cheek by Jowl's production in a couple of days, and I thought it was a good idea to read and teach this play. It isn't my favorite -- mostly the characters don't have a whole lot of redeeming characteristics.

'we are such stuff
as dreams are made on; and our little life
is rounded with a sleep.'
adventurous challenging inspiring fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: No
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: No
adventurous funny reflective medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes
slow-paced
adventurous funny lighthearted fast-paced

Mid!

My favorite Shakespeare play.
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven: A mix
Strong character development: Complicated
Loveable characters: No
Diverse cast of characters: No
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

least painful shakespeare comedy