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Macbeth

A BBC Radio Shakespeare production

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In this BBC full-cast production, a trio of witches predicts Macbeth's early demise.

In a tale of fate, fulfilment and ego, Macbeth and his wife desire the Scottish kingship. Macbeth's temptation and descent into evil, his wife's ruthlessness and subsequent madness and the overarching presence of the supernatural charge this gripping production. Will their conscience, and the prophecy, catch up with them before the crown can be secured?

Ken Stott stars as Macbeth and Phyllis Logan as Lady Macbeth.

BBC radio has a unique heritage when it comes to Shakespeare. Since 1923, when the newly-formed company broadcast its first full-length play, generations of actors and producers have honed and perfected the craft of making Shakespeare to be heard.

In this acclaimed BBC Radio Shakespeare series, each play is introduced by Richard Eyre, former Director of the Royal National Theatre. Revitalised, original and comprehensive, this is Shakespeare for the modern day.

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Scottish voices makes this even more authentic! Highly recommended. Used this in school for GCSE students and during online teaching.

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This is a great version, full of emotion and drama. Having a full Scottish cast gives it a feeling of authenticity and realism. Ken Stott and Phylis Logan in the leads give compelling performances that bring the language to life. Recommended for any student of Shakespeare.

Compelling performances

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This is a fantastic dramatic performance but unfortunately it is abridged which is disappointing. I am currently teaching Macbeth but unfortunately cannot use this version as some scenes are skipped.

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great production I first heard this on Radio 3 drama on Sunday, well worth the purchase, and highly atmospheric.

Superb version of the Scottish play!

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Macbeth as performed by an all Scottish cast gives this production an authentic flavour.

Good performances by all star cast.

Authentically Scottish!

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