The Tempest

November 21-22, 2025

“We are such stuff as dreams are made on, and our little life is rounded with a sleep.”

Tess Sinke’s world premiere full-length rendition of Shakespeare’s classic — The Tempest. Sinke turns the story on its head, genderbending the tale with Prospera taking the place of Shakespeare’s lead character, Prospero, and featuring Art Nouveau set and costume design. Experience Shakespeare reinvigorated in 2025 when The Tempest premieres in Grand Rapids, MI!

General Information

Friday, November 21 at 7pm

Saturday, November 22 at 2pm and 7pm

Calvin University | Gezon Auditorium

Spoelhof University Center

1820 Knollcrest Circle Southeast

Grand Rapids, MI 49546

The Gezon Auditorium is located adjacent to the main entrance of the Spoelhof University Center, near the Admissions office and Spoelhof atrium. Enter on the southwest side of the Spoelhof Center, by the flagpole. Once inside, turn right to enter the Gezon Auditorium lobby.