The commentary at the heart of the book introduces readers to the challenge of reading The Tempest as a text and responding to the play in performance. Other sections discuss early performances and cultural contexts. A wide-ranging sample of critical responses accompanies consideration of key performances and productions on stage and film.

Trevor R. Griffiths is a Visiting Honorary Professor in Humanities at the University of Exeter, UK, and formerly Professor of Theatre Studies at London Metropolitan University, UK.

General Editor's Preface
 Preface
 The Text and Early PerformancesCommentary
 The Play's Sources and Cultural Context
 Key Productions and Performances
 The Play on Screen
 Critical Assessments
 Further Reading
 Index.