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Global Macbeth theatrical productions

Overview

Various theatrical productions of William Shakespeare’s Macbeth are being staged across the Oceania and United Kingdom regions.

In New Zealand, a production directed by Benjamin Kibly-Henson at the ASB Waterfront Theatre utilized a dystopian set design to explore themes of greed and ambition. In the United Kingdom, the Shakespeare North Playhouse announced a production running from September 11 to October 3.

In Australia, Bell Shakespeare launched a touring production directed by Peter Evans. This reimagining is set in the post-WWI era and incorporates themes of spiritualism and seances to depict Macbeth’s internal struggle with his conscience. The tour includes regional areas such as Wagga Wagga, Orange, and Dubbo, before concluding at the Sydney Opera House.

Entities

Shakespeare North Playhouse · ASB Waterfront Theatre · Anthony Taufa · Sydney Opera House · Sancta Maria College

Timeline

  1. 9 days ago

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    Bell Shakespeare to tour Macbeth across Australia

    Bell Shakespeare will tour a post-WWI reimagining of Macbeth across Australia this September, featuring Anthony Taufa and culminating at the Sydney Opera House.

  2. 13 days ago

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    Macbeth productions scheduled in New Zealand and United Kingdom

    Theatrical productions of Shakespeare’s Macbeth are featured in New Zealand and the UK, alongside various community arts events and workshops.

Sources

knowsleynews.co.uk · orangecitylife.com.au · perthnow.com.au · sanctamaria.school.nz · theqldr.com.au