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RSC Live: Macbeth
“Something wicked this way comes...”
9.0 / 10• 2018• 2h 3m•NR• English
Drama
Storyline
Returning home from battle, the victorious Macbeth meets three witches on the heath. Driven by their disturbing prophecies, he sets out on the path to murder. This contemporary production of Shakespeare’s darkest psychological thriller marks both Christopher Eccleston’s RSC debut and the return of Niamh Cusack to the company.
Cast & Crew
Christopher Eccleston
Macbeth
Lead
Niamh Cusack
Lady Macbeth
David Acton
Duncan
Afolabi Alli
Lord/Young Siward/Murderer
Donna Banya
Donalbain/Lady
SB
Stevie Basaula
Bloody Captain/Murderer
Edward Bennett
Macduff
KB
Katy Brittain
Lady/Doctor
What People Are Saying
5.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Robin Lough's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
5.0
“Every frame feels alive. RSC Live: Macbeth is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
