One of Shakespeare’s most coveted roles for women gets different interpretations onstage in New York and Washington.
The Donmar’s landmark 2023 production of Macbeth, starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo, will transfer to the West End later this year.
As it turns out, Max Webster’s production was great.
As the story goes, saying “Macbeth” in a theater when you’re not rehearsing or performing the play can cause disaster to befall the production.
The Shakespeare offers an alchemy of cast, style, vision, and a chance to see Ralph Fiennes embody a consummate Macbeth.
“Saltburn,” “Gossip Girl,” “Dynasty” and even the color red are all inspirations for this version of “Macbeth,” as directed by J.
David Tennant and Cush Jumbo will bring Macbeth to the West End this autumn.
The director Simon Godwin (who is also S.
Tennant and Jumbo will reprise their roles as Macbeth and Lady Macbeth respectively.
Shakespeare Theatre Company envisions a contemporary feel for the Scottish play, evoking current wars with gripping emotions and, from actor Ralph Fiennes, a touch of wit.
Starring David Tennant and Cush Jumbo, and directed by Max Webster, the production runs at the Harold Pinter Theatre from 1 October until 14 December 2024.
The critically acclaimed production played the Donmar Warehouse in 2023, also starring Tennant and Jumbo, and will now have a two-month run in the West End.