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Free Shakespeare in the Grove! The Tempest

June 21, 2022

Shakespeare in the Grove at TCC

It doesn’t get much better than FREE Shakespeare under the stars! This is a great family event, in its 25th year! Don’t forget lawn chairs/blanket, a picnic (or cash for food to purchase on site), and bug repellant.

What: Shakespeare’s The Tempest

When: Wednesday, June 22 – Sunday, June 26, 2022 at 8pm (weather permitting)

Where: Grove Theater TCC Chesapeake 1428 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake, Virginia 23322

Cost: FREE and open to the public (no tickets needed)

Description: Tidewater Community College and the Chesapeake Fine Arts Commission present William Shakespeare’s The Tempest. In “The Tempest” the main character Prospero uses magic to conjure a storm and torment the survivors of a shipwreck, including the King of Naples and Prospero’s treacherous brother, Antonio. Conflict ensues but the in the end, families are reunited and all conflict is resolved.

TCC’s version of the play takes on magical elements, with an untouched island setting, complete with sprites to entertain and monsters to mesmerize.

Please note: 
•All performances are free
•Outdoors
•Family-friendly
•About 2 hours
•10 minute intermission
•Kiwanis Club of Chesapeake serving hamburgers and hotdogs

More Information: CLICK HERE

Tags: Free Shakespeare Performance, Shakespeare in the Grove, TCC Presents Shakespeare, and Tidewater Community College
Categories: Events

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