Reviving Shakespeare: ‘The Tempest’ in Vercelli
The curtain rises on the evening of December 5th at the Civic Theater of Vercelli, and the audience is immediately transported into a universe where Alessandro Serra's scenography reigns majestically. Witnessing William Shakespeare's "The Tempest" was a journey into the depths of theatrical art. Shakespeare's original play, with its plot weaving magic, power, and redemption, served as the foundation upon which Serra built a breathtaking visual interpretation, overseeing direction, sets, lighting, sound, and costumes.The light, a vital element of the staging, does more than illuminate; it shapes the scenic space, becoming a silent yet powerful character. Beams of light sketch,…