Details

The Scottish Play - theatrical types consider saying its name to be unlucky! Thrust into power by his overwhelming desires and an over ambitious wife, Macbeth finds his only security is to murder and murder again. From "When shall we three meet again" to "is this a dagger I see before me" a powerful Shakespearean drama. Eamon McDonnell’s adaptation moves the action to the Ancient African civilization that was the Benin Empire - giving this famous tale an original and engaging twist. This production delivers, both visually and culturally, a very exciting performance, fusing the original violent tale with a new setting and context - bringing the vibrancy of Africa to the stage. Running time: 2hr (approx) inclu. interval

Cast/Performers

Olusegun Akingbola, Elizabeth Prince, Mark Menelik, Tommy Coleman, Michael Quartey, Tok Laju, Alec Todd, Linda Mathis, Sabina Cameron, Caleb Frederick, Kike Brimah, Ray Sesay, Lenn Blasse

Creatives/Company

Author: Shakespeare
Producer(s): Maria Chiorando, Eamon McDonnell
Company(s): CandyKing Productions, Celtic Kiss
Adapted by: Eamon McDonnell
Director: Scott Le Crass