The Tragedy of Macbeth

Duration: 2'32'18''

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Synopsis

Yaël Farber directs James McArdle as Macbeth and Saoirse Ronan as Lady Macbeth in the Almeida's Olivier Award-nominated production about a couple's spine-chilling quest for power.

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The Tragedy of Macbeth

The Tragedy of Macbeth

2'32'18''

Yaël Farber directs James McArdle as Macbeth and Saoirse Ronan as Lady Macbeth in the Almeida's Olivier Award-nominated production about a couple's sp...

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 1 Scene 1

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 1 Scene 1

3'34''

Three witches plan to meet Macbeth after the battle.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 1 Scene 2

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 1 Scene 2

4'48''

A sergeant reports Macbeth's bravery in battle to King Duncan.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 1 Scene 3

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 1 Scene 3

6'52''

The witches greet Macbeth with three titles; Banquo receives prophecies.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 1 Scene 4

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 1 Scene 4

4'07''

Duncan names Malcolm Prince of Cumberland; Macbeth hides his ambition.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 1 Scene 5

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 1 Scene 5

6'34''

Lady Macbeth reads Macbeth's letter and calls on dark spirits.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 1 Scene 6

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 1 Scene 6

3'52''

Duncan arrives at Macbeth's castle, praising its beauty.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 1 Scene 7

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 1 Scene 7

5'51''

Macbeth hesitates to kill Duncan; Lady Macbeth persuades him.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 2 Scene 1

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 2 Scene 1

6'23''

Macbeth sees a vision of a dagger leading him to Duncan's chamber.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 2 Scene 2

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 2 Scene 2

5'35''

Macbeth murders Duncan and is shaken; Lady Macbeth steadies him.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 2 Scene 3

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 2 Scene 3

5'58''

The murder is discovered; Macbeth kills the guards; Malcolm and Donalbain flee.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 2 Scene 4

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 2 Scene 4

4'39''

Ross and an old man discuss unnatural events; Macbeth is crowned.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 3 Scene 1

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 3 Scene 1

9'07''

Banquo suspects Macbeth; Macbeth hires murderers.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 3 Scene 2

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 3 Scene 2

4'23''

Lady Macbeth senses Macbeth's anxiety; he hints at Banquo's murder.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 3 Scene 3

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 3 Scene 3

1'55''

Banquo is killed; Fleance escapes.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 3 Scene 4

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 3 Scene 4

16'39''

Banquo's ghost appears at Macbeth's banquet.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 3 Scene 6

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 3 Scene 6

1'52''

Lords suspect Macbeth; Macduff goes to England.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 4 Scene 1

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 4 Scene 1

5'38''

The witches show Macbeth three apparitions.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 4 Scene 2

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 4 Scene 2

10'18''

Macbeth orders the murder of Macduff's wife and children.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 4 Scene 3

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 4 Scene 3

14'27''

Malcolm tests Macduff's loyalty; Macduff vows revenge.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 5 Scene 1

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 5 Scene 1

6'51''

Lady Macbeth sleepwalks, consumed by guilt.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 5 Scene 2

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 5 Scene 2

1'31''

Scottish forces gather against Macbeth.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 5 Scene 3

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 5 Scene 3

4'47''

Macbeth clings to witches' prophecies.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 5 Scene 5

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 5 Scene 5

8'46''

Macbeth learns of Lady Macbeth's death; delivers 'Tomorrow' speech.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 5 Scene 6

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 5 Scene 6

43''

Malcolm, Siward, and Macduff lead their army toward Dunsinane, signalling the final assault on Macbeth's castle.

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 5 Scene 7/8

The Tragedy of Macbeth | Act 5 Scene 7/8

6'21''

Macbeth fights and kills Young Siward. Macduff kills Macbeth; Malcolm is crowned.
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