RSC Live: Macbeth

Synopsis

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

Christopher Eccleston

Macbeth

Niamh Cusack

Lady Macbeth

David Acton

Duncan

Afolabi Alli

Lord/Young Siward/Murderer

Donna Banya

Donalbain/Lady

Stevie Basaula

Bloody Captain/Murderer

Edward Bennett

Macduff

Katy Brittain

Lady/Doctor

Raif Clarke

Aide

Paul Dodds

Siward/Chamberlain