Berkeley Shakespeare Company presents: The Tempest

One of the final works written by William Shakespeare before he retired from theatre in 1613, The Tempest has captured the imaginations of audiences and the zeitgeist of cultural and societal change ever since its (probable) debut in 1611.

The story of exiled Duke Prospero, his daughter Miranda, and the enchanted island where they live until the duke's magical machinations draw together his enemies and allies alike into a world of intrigue, romance, and miracles, The Tempest has been interpreted as its author's farewell to his art, an early critique of colonialism, a manifesto of radical forgiveness, and a proto-existential allegory for the acceptance of mortality. One of the Bard's most poetic and quotable shows, it takes us on a bittersweet spiritual journey while sparking important conversations about personal accountability, personal sovereignty, and the costs of power and knowledge. Quite tellingly, it has experienced a plethora of recent revivals in the Bay Area.

Berkeley Shakespeare Company brings their own unique twist under the direction of Stuart Bousel, who has adapted the script for an immersive theatre experience at HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel. With a new score by Bay Area singer/songwriter Katherine Park who also plays the role of Ariel, this performance offers the chance for audience members to spend the night on location after the show, and will include a chance to talk with the cast and production team, as well as other opportunities to connect and build community.

Please note that there is at least one change of location during the show between the outdoor and indoor performance spaces. Please bring warm layers!

Make the experience even more special - stay the night in seaside accomodations and immerse yourself in the rugged poetry of Shakespeare's world. Overnight guests choose from private or shared rooms, receive priority reserved, padded seats, and can experience exciting, after-hours talkbacks, theater chats, and wine receptions with the creative team of "The Tempest" (including actors, directors, and producers). Show-only tickets available for purchase as well. See below for more information.

OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS --Berkeley Shakespeare at Point Montara Lighthouse

Wake to sea views, sleep to ocean breezes, and walk to the show! 23 beds available for audiences in private rooms and shared dormitories.

Purchase event tickets here and share your accomodation preference with us - HI Point Montara Lighthouse will reach out to you to complete your reservation*. Reservations will be processed in the order that they are received.

Priority Seats are reserved for overnight guests - purchase of a Priority ticket indicates your interest in staying overnight.

Reservation requests may wait up to 72 hours to hear back from HI Pont Montara Lighthouse.

Private Room with Ocean View: $150/night (only 4 available)

• Sleeps up to 3 (one double bed, one upper pull-down twin)
• Shared bathroom & shower
• Private Rooms with Ocean View SOLD OUT for October 24th, 25th, and 31st; private options in hostel rooms still available.

Private Room in Hostel: $150/night

• Double bed + one set of bunk beds (sleeps up to 4 people in 3 beds)
• Shared bath

Private 6-Bed Dorm with En Suite Bath: $300/night

• Sleeps 6 people in 6 beds
• Ocean View
• Can be booked as a PRIVATE ROOM for up to 4 guests for $250/night.

Co-ed Dorm: $45 per bed /night (6 beds available)

• Spend the night in a shared dorm with shared bath
• Can be booked as a PRIVATE ROOM for up to 4 guests for $200/night

Accommodations for all lodgers include access to shared kitchen, common area, and laundry facilities.

Group Rental: $600/night

Reserve the hostel for your group!

• Sleeps 16 people in 15 beds in 3 rooms
• Shared kitchen, common area, and laundry facilities.

To Reserve: Purchase "Priority Seating with Room Reservation" tickets, 1 ticket per guest staying overnight. Private rooms are first come, first served. Please list your accomodation preferences (First, Second, and Third) and HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel will book you in the best available accomodation.

For more information about lodgings, visit the HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel website: www.hiusa.org/find-hostels/california/montara-8800-cabrillo-highway

"Help! I want to buy a ticket but my preferred date is sold out!"

"Help! I want to buy a GA ticket but the only tickets available are for overnight guests!"

We have options available. Email alejandra@berkeleyshakes.org for assistance!

PERFORMANCE TICKETS

General Admission: $40

Open seating. First come, first served in the general section. No overnight accomodations.

Royal Seats: $50

Enjoy a premium padded seat -- onstage! Be part of the action! You may purchase these seats in addition to an overnight accomodation.

Priority Seating with Room Reservation: $50

These seats are reserved for overnight guests.

Overnight guests purchase performance tickets separately from room accomodations. One ticket per overnight guest. Overnight guests automatically receive the best available reserved seating.

Discount Admission: $30

Available for students, military veterans, and returned citizens. Nobody turned away for lack of ability to pay - please email info@berkeleyshakespeare.org for assistance.

QUESTIONS OR NEED ASSISTANCE?

When you complete a reservation that includes an overnight stay at HI Point Montara Lighthouse, please include your email and phone number and the hostel staff will contact you to complete your reservation.

Contact stuartbousel@berkeleyshakes.org and alejandra@berkeleyshakes.org for more information.

HI Point Montara Lighthouse can be contacted directly at pointmontara@hiusa.org

We look forward to welcoming you to The Tempest at the Point Montara Lighthouse!