Meike Lütge-Kalberlah

Wiliam Shakespeare

Shakespeare’s The Tempest is a play about power, revenge, forgiveness, and magic. It tells the story of Prospero, the rightful Duke of Milan, who was overthrown by his brother Antonio and exiled to a remote island. There, he lives with his daughter Miranda, the spirit Ariel, and the enslaved Caliban. Using magic and Ariel’s help, Prospero creates a storm that causes a shipwreck, stranding his brother Antonio and other nobles on the island. Prospero schemes to reclaim his power, confronts the conspirators, and ultimately chooses forgiveness over revenge. The play concludes with Prospero’s return to Milan and Miranda’s engagement to Ferdinand, the King of Naples’ son.

The Role of Miranda:
Miranda is Prospero’s innocent and kind-hearted daughter who has grown up isolated on the island. She symbolizes purity, hope, and reconciliation. Her love for Ferdinand is central to the plot, as their union helps heal the political rift between their families. Miranda’s empathy and naivety influence Prospero, encouraging him to embrace mercy and forgiveness. Her famous line, “O brave new world,” reflects her wonder and optimism about the world beyond the island, contrasting with the schemes and betrayals of the adults around her.

model: julie fritsch, photographer: anne speltz, designer: meike lütge-kalberlah