In a place where nothing is as it seems, does the black and white nature of shadows make things clearer, or only confuse them more? In Hwyl Theatre’s minimalist take on Macbeth, be transported to a land where shadows dance and blur the line between reality and illusion. As Macbeth tries to seize his fate, is he the one truly in charge?
With an original score and beautiful costuming, our talented cast and crew brings Macbeth’s haunting journey to the stage. Watch as ambition takes hold and darkness descends in a visually captivating and moving performance.
Macbeth was staged at Lyttelton Arts Factory on the 9th, 10th, and 11th of November 2023, at 7pm. On Saturday 11th November, there was an additional performance at 2pm. The run time was approximately 2hr 15m, with a 20m interval.
The venue was fully wheelchair accessible. Strobe lighting was used in this production. This show was recommended for 13+ for graphic violence.
Cast:
Macbeth – William Wallace
Lady Macbeth – Helen Fearnley
Macduff – Jamie L’Huillier
Lady Macduff – Kim Georgine
Macduff’s daughter – Lily-Grace Saunders
Duncan, Siward – Heather McFarlane
Malcolm – Khalil Qualls
Donaldbain – Makayla Hulme
Young Siward – Grace Opie
Banquo – Louisa Clarkson
Fleance – Jesse Lamont
Angus – Margaret Haverland
Lennox – Anna Willows
Ross – Michael Woods
Witch One – Isabel Lutz
Witch Two, Porter – Tanya Suwannasilp-Hill
Witch Three – Oakleigh Haywood
Seyton – Nadia Jarrett
Gentlewoman – Claudia Hall
Murderer One – Kristen Truman
Murderer Two, Doctor – Tim Guy
Crew:
Director, Producer – Harry Lawrence
Technical – Alec Dunstone
Stage Manager – Bernadette Richardson
Costume – Georgia Smith
Costume Assistant – Caitlin Maclennan
Marketing – Emma Reynolds
Music – Peter Robertson
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