Details

Shakespeare's story of the clansman Macbeth driven to murder and advancement by his wife. Sung in Italian with English surtitles. Macbeth is victorious as he fights on the side of the King of Scotland - but when a coven of witches prophesy that he shall become king himself, a ruthless ambition drives him and his wife to horrific acts. Murder makes Macbeth king, with intrigue and butchery the hallmarks of his brief, doomed reign. The witches make another prediction, which also comes true: Macbeth and his lady lose their lives, and justice is restored.

Cast/Performers

Simon Keenlyside (Macbeth), Anna Pirozzi (Lady Macbeth), Gunther Groissbock (Banquo), David Junghoon Kim (Macduff)

Creatives/Company

Music: Verdi
Company: The Royal Opera
Director: Phyllida Lloyd
Conductor: Daniele Rustioni
Design: Anthony Ward
Lighting: Paule Constable
Choreographer: Michael Keegan-Dolan