The Tempest Video Summary

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The Tempest is a play written by William Shakespeare around 1611. As such, the play is one of Shakespeare’s final works, succeeded only by Henry VIII and The Two Noble Kinsmen. Thought to be based on a widely circulated letter written by shipwreck survivor William Strachey, The Tempest tells the story of Prospero, a magician-ruler who conjures a tempest in an attempt to shipwreck the Italian nobles that wronged him and reclaim his dukedom. Resisting strict definitions of tragedy or comedy, the play is one of Shakespeare’s most self-referential works, as Prospero’s magic often stands in for the magic of the theater.
The play opens on a ship during a violent tempest at sea. Along with the mariners struggling to keep the vessel from wrecking, those aboard the ship include Alonso, the King of Naples; his brothers, Antonio and Sebastian; his son, Ferdinand; and Gonzalo, his counselor. A spell overcomes the ship, and amid great terror and confusion, the nobles take
shelter below deck, preparing to bid farewell to their king.
Meanwhile, on a nearby island, Prospero, a brilliant magician and the rightful Duke of Milan, reveals to his daughter, Miranda, that he summoned the storm with the help of Ariel, a spirit of the island and his indentured servant. Assuring Miranda that none were harmed in the wreck, Prospero recounts the story of his brother, Antonio, who usurped control of his
kingdom and ordered Prospero and Miranda to be killed. Luckily, Gonzalo helped them to flee by boat, and they eventually landed on the island where they live now. Prospero tells Miranda that the tempest was part of his plan to reclaim the dukedom.
Casting a sleeping spell over Miranda, Prospero then calls forth Ariel, who tells Prospero that his bidding is done-the King and his companions are unharmed and scattered about the island. When Prospero thanks him, Ariel reminds his master of his promise to deduct a year from his servitude, prompting Prospero to scold Ariel for his impudence.
Waking Miranda, Prospero calls forth his other servant, Caliban, a monstrous figure native to the island who has refused to adopt Prospero’s civilized ways. Caliban angrily states his claim to the land, which was originally ruled by his mother and Ariel’s previous master, Sycorax, but Prospero dismisses him, criticizing Caliban for his primitive ways.
Ariel reenters with Ferdinand, with whom Miranda immediately falls in love. Ferdinand returns her feelings and reveals his position as the prince of Naples. Although Prospero secretly approves of their union, he decides it must not occur too quickly and imprisons Ferdinand, assigning him some of Caliban’s tasks.
Coming ashore with his companions, Alonso expresses his worry that Ferdinand has perished in the shipwreck. Ariel arrives, casting a sleeping spell over all but Antonio and Sebastian, who discuss their plan to seize the kingship for Sebastian by murdering Alonso and Gonzalo that evening. Hearing their plan, Ariel wakes Gonzalo, warning him that he is in danger.
Meanwhile, Caliban encounters Trinculo, Alonso’s court jester, and Stephano, Alonso’s butler, who gets Caliban drunk. Inebriated, Caliban mistakes Stephano for a benevolent god and offers his service to him, forsaking Prospero, whom Caliban decides to kill. He also promises Stephano that, if Prospero dies, he will take his place as ruler of the island,
winning Miranda in the process. Again, Ariel overhears, leaving to inform Prospero that he is in danger.
Alonso and his companions abandon all hope of finding Ferdinand alive and are surprised to see a procession of spirits entering with a feast. Little do they know, Prospero is present as well but has rendered himself invisible. Just as the men begin eating, Ariel enters in the form of a harpy, informs them that their shipwreck was an act of revenge for driving
Prospero from Milan, and makes their feast vanish. The nobles are overcome by guilt and fear, interpreting Ariel’s speech as a sign that Prospero is nearby.
Meanwhile, Prospero is satisfied with Ferdinand’s service and permits him to be with Miranda. Still, he warns the couple that they must not consummate the marriage until a ceremony can be performed. In celebration of their union, Prospero calls upon his spirits to
perform a “betrothal masque,” which alludes to the secrets to a happy marriage.
Remembering the plot against his life, Prospero apprehends the drunken Caliban, Trinculo, and Stephano. Caliban apologizes to Prospero, who forgives him. Ariel also apprehends Alonso and his companions, who await Prospero’s judgment. But once again, Prospero decides against revenge, ordering Ariel to accompany the party back to Naples, after which
he will be released from servitude.

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@jowsareno3661 Жыл бұрын

The emotions on this play goes from 0 to 100 real quick then back to 0

@Mr4_gamer 9 ай бұрын

True

@neon715 2 жыл бұрын

As a person who is interested in Shakespeare, this is such great help when trying to understand the stories!! Thank you!!

@nisamubashar4276 7 ай бұрын

I watched and still dont understand anything 😅😅😅

@zizibutterfly7993 Жыл бұрын

Here for my final exam as an undergraduate 🎉

@amahledinga6222 Жыл бұрын

Same here😂

@zizibutterfly7993 Жыл бұрын

Good luck to us ✨🥂🥂

@velutoshijoh6636 Жыл бұрын

Same here 😂

@JasonTX 10 ай бұрын

Bro tomorrow is my English exam and here I am 😂😂

@masqr4de27 6 ай бұрын

Also here for an exam!

@shakiian 4 ай бұрын

Understood nothing

@bean0200 6 ай бұрын

Honestly I found the story pretty interesting but the ending was IMMENSELY disappointing, it felt like a kids show where everyone just makes up and is just wholesome and happy even though they tried to murder Prospero he just forgives them like that?

@Trevor7386 9 ай бұрын

Not all you guys going on about your poetry and Shakespeare addictions… i’m just trying to pass grade 12

@Shazam1414 Жыл бұрын

Watched this hoping Gundam Witch From Mercury ends similarly.

@chopipoevc3504 6 ай бұрын

2:09 Bro has a stand.

@bean0200 6 ай бұрын

ZA WARUDO!

@TanweerGafoo 3 ай бұрын

So you're telling me she's the same stand as star platinum??

@heemalpandey1967 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you You are so helpful please continue with the series ☺️

@TheManofthecross Жыл бұрын

I seen this as I am writing this at one of the music halls in buffalo of course adjusted to fit the current cast and those who do the play etc. but yeah good play over all as of this post. At Kleinhans music Hall, to be precise.

@vaneluve 7 ай бұрын

I’m in charge of a school play for writing a script about this/. Im excited

@tilizi Жыл бұрын

Isn't antonio the brother of Prospero

@fatumatasamasa2077 Жыл бұрын

yes

@z4k1r Жыл бұрын

@@fatumatasamasa2077in the video it said Sebastian and Antonio are the brothers of King Alonso of Naples

@shineyuchandra9423 9 ай бұрын

@@z4k1r They made a mistake

@denagouider1664 6 ай бұрын

Yes

@AdamBuccaschie Жыл бұрын

Shakespeare was obsessed with why Italy and Italian names.

@lachlank.8270 10 ай бұрын

I had the same thought why all the Italians LOL

@legojangofett5584 Жыл бұрын

Ariel got that femboy body

@SimplyArtsy 4 ай бұрын

live laugh love ariel

@elytron6758 8 ай бұрын

Here because of a Talos 2…Prometheus, Byron, and Miranda seem to quote and have name that relate to these works. Wish I was better read to get the references in the videogame!