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''This article is about Shakespeare's play. For other uses, see [[Macbeth (disambiguation)]].'' | ''This article is about Shakespeare's play. For other uses, see [[Macbeth (disambiguation)]].'' | ||
[[File:FPa27.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Henry Fuseli's 1793 painting ''Macbeth consulting the vision of the armed head'', acquired by Henry Clay Folger in 1922, is a fantastical reproduction of Act IV, Scene 1.]] | [[File:FPa27.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Henry Fuseli's 1793 painting ''Macbeth consulting the vision of the armed head'', acquired by Henry Clay Folger in 1922, is a fantastical reproduction of Act IV, Scene 1. [http://hamnet.folger.edu/cgi-bin/Pwebrecon.cgi?BBID=128566/ FPa27].]] | ||
In 1603, James VI of Scotland ascended the English throne, becoming James I of England. London was alive with an interest in all things Scottish, and Shakespeare turned to Scottish history for material. He found a spectacle of violence and stories of traitors advised by witches and wizards, echoing James's belief in a connection between treason and witchcraft. | In 1603, James VI of Scotland ascended the English throne, becoming James I of England. London was alive with an interest in all things Scottish, and Shakespeare turned to Scottish history for material. He found a spectacle of violence and stories of traitors advised by witches and wizards, echoing James's belief in a connection between treason and witchcraft. | ||
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This article is about Shakespeare's play. For other uses, see Macbeth (disambiguation).
In 1603, James VI of Scotland ascended the English throne, becoming James I of England. London was alive with an interest in all things Scottish, and Shakespeare turned to Scottish history for material. He found a spectacle of violence and stories of traitors advised by witches and wizards, echoing James's belief in a connection between treason and witchcraft.
In depicting a man who murders to become king, Macbeth, one of William Shakespeare's plays, teases us with huge questions. Is Macbeth tempted by fate, or by his or his wife's ambition? Why does their success turn to ashes?
Like other plays, Macbeth speaks to each generation. Its story was once seen as that of a hero who commits an evil act and pays an enormous price. Recently, it has been applied to nations that overreach themselves and to modern alienation. The line is blurred between Macbeth's evil and this opponents' good, and there are new attitudes toward both witchcraft and gender.
Shakespeare wrote Macbeth in about 1606 or 1607. It was published in the 1623 First Folio.[1]
Productions at the Folger
- Helen Hayes Awards
- Nominations: "Outstanding Resident Play," "Outstanding Sound Design, Resident Production" for Karing Graybash and Kenny Wollesen, and "Outstanding Director, Resident Play" for Teller and Aaron Posner
- Helen Hayes Awards
- Nominations: "Outstanding Lead Actress, Resident Play" for Lucy Newman-Williams and "Outstanding Lighting Design, Resident Play or Musical" for Dan Covey
Early editions
First Folio
- LUNA: First Folio: 2l6r - 2n4r
- Hamnet: STC 22273 Fo. 1 no. 68
Second Folio
- LUNA: Second Folio: 2n4r - 2p2r
- Hamnet: STC 22274 Fo. 2 no. 07
The title page of Macbeth printed in the 1623 First Folio. STC 22273 Fo.1 no.68.
The title page of Macbeth printed in the 1632 Second Folio. STC 22274 Fo.2 no.07.
Modern editions
Macbeth can be read online with Folger Digital Texts and purchased from Simon and Schuster.
Hamnet link to Folger Edition: PR2753 .M6 2004 copy 2 v.21
In popular culture
Translations
Performance materials
Other media
Audio edition
Macbeth Audio Edition from Simon & Schuster available on CD and as an audio download.
| CAST | |
|---|---|
| Macbeth | Ian Merrill Peakes |
| Lady Macbeth | Rachael Holmes |
| Duncan | Eric Hissom |
| Macduff | Cody Nickell |
| Lady Macduff | Karen Peakes |
| Malcolm | Aubrey Deeker |
| Banquo | Richard Sheridan Willis |
| Ross | Chris Genebach |
| Captain | Louis Butelli |
| Lennox | Todd Scofield |
Other parts were played by members of the cast.
Directed by Robert Richmond.
Original music composed by Jessica Witchger.
In partnership with Simon & Schuster Audio
Audio
Listen to this Folger podcast that offers an introduction to the play via Folger actors and directors.
Video
Hear Barbara Mowat, co-editor of the Folger Shakespeare Library editions, discuss the problems she faced while editing Macbeth.
Listen to Mowat talk about her approach to word choice and spelling issues in the play.
Below, Mowat discusses the different names for the three mysterious beings whose prophecies set the play in motion.
Luminary app
The Folger Luminary Shakespeare App can be purchased on iTunes.
Notes
<references>
- ↑ Adapted from the Folger Library Shakespeare edition, edited by Barbara A. Mowat and Paul Werstine. © 1992 Folger Shakespeare Library.