Macbeth
Macbethby William Shakespeare – presented by Come you Spirits
Get ready to be swept away by an unforgettable 90-minute production of Macbeth—a bold, fast-paced adaptation that lays bare the truth: we always have a choice. Told through five key characters—Macbeth, Lady Macbeth, Banquo, Macduff, and The Witches—this powerful retelling explores the human spirit, the pull of darkness, and the redemptive power of love.
The production features a unique collaboration with the First Nations dancer Ella Havelka (Australian Ballet, Bangarra) whose presence reshapes the witches’ world into something ancient, spiritual, and deeply grounded in Country. Blending ancient wisdom with contemporary movement, this fusion of dance and spoken word transforms the Witches into a visceral, elemental force. The result is a haunting and immersive performance that redefines the role of the supernatural in Macbeth.
This is Macbeth like you’ve never seen it—visceral, immersive, and deeply moving.
“The dance that featured the Indigenous ballerina was astonishing... her interactions with the mysterious witch sequenced through layers of feminine, Indigenous, and pixielike energy that transported us to a place of entrancement. Most highly recommended!”
—Professor Kirk Dodd, Sydney University
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We recently watched Macbeth on stage for the first time, and it was an unforgettable experience. Seeing Shakespeare performed live felt as though the play was unfolding in a medieval city. We especially loved the meditative moments woven into the performance, which allowed us to pause and truly feel the weight of ambition, guilt, and destiny.
