RSC Live: Macbeth

Plot Summary

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.

Top Cast

Christopher Eccleston Macbeth

Niamh Cusack Lady Macbeth

David Acton Duncan

Afolabi Alli Lord/Young Siward/Murderer

Donna Banya Donalbain/Lady