Prospero’s Dead is an avant-garde theatrical sequel to William Shakespeare’s The Tempest produced by the theatre company Jarzgar. Written and directed by Martin Stewart, the 60-minute production explores a post-magical world where Prospero has died in Milan.
Key details of the production include:
- The Premise: Set five years after The Tempest, the play follows Caliban—left unhinged and alone—as his old sparring partners return to the enchanted isle to play out a triangular rite of ambition, dreams, and desire.
- The Company: Founded as an independent theatrical production group, Jarzgar made its debut with this highly ambitious play. You can follow their updates on their Jarzgar Instagram profile.
- Reception: The show debuted to highly positive reviews, praised by critics for its bold, “fever-dream” reimagining of classical Shakespearean lore.
The production is scheduled to return to London as part of the annual Camden Fringe for two performances in August 2026
- Dates: August 25 – 26
- Venue: Camden People’s Theatre
- Duration: 60 minutes
- Tickets: Expected to be priced around £12, with booking handled directly through the Camden Fringe Festival platform.
