Shakespeare in a Suitcase – Macbeth

Name: Shakespeare in a Suitcase – Macbeth
Start: 2024-10-24T19:30:00+01:00
Location: Altwood Rd, Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6 4PF, SL6 4PF Maidenhead, United Kingdom

Schedule

Thu Oct 24 2024 at 07:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Altwood Rd, Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6 4PF, SL6 4PF Maidenhead, United Kingdom | Maidenhead, EN

Armed with just a suitcase, NIE’s ensemble of actor/musicians tell this big, famous (and gruesome!) story in a funny and accessible way.
With some help from the audience, the cast bring the story to life, unpacking an old tale with new meaning. What happens when Macbeth is tempted by power and riches? Should he go after what he truly desires?
A combination of Shakespearean verse and contemporary language (and the occasional recap!) makes the story clear and easy to follow.
Punctuated effortlessly by an original soundtrack, live music and sound effects, the cast will create comedy, tragedy, fast action and terrifying power.
With minimal set (but plenty of atmosphere!) the show introduces Shakespeare to first timers and reveals contemporary themes in a play that many know so well.
Oh, and we should warn you...there's lots of death.
'It was phenomenal! It was so inventively staged and performed. A complex story was made accessible and gripping for the children' Deputy Head Teacher
'An infectious musical score' Audience Member
Age recommendation: 8+
Warnings - Themes of death, depiction of murder and violence throughout. Including use of fake blood and haze.
Studio
£16