Macbeth
Icarus Theatre Collective
New Town Theatre
George Street, Venue 7.
SHAKESPEARE’S plays are often regarded as worthy but boring. That’s what comes of reading them in school rather than watching them performed. Given the right treatment, Hamlet, Julius Caeser and Macbeth can be as gripping as any Hollywood blockbuster.
This production fits the bill perfectly. The high-octane opening battle sets the scene for this dark tale on intrigue and violence. Despite the limitations of a small cast of seven, the cast have the choreography so perfect that they can switch roles in seconds with quick alterations of costume. In a red dress, Sophie Brooke is Lady Macbeth; with a cloak over her head she becomes one of the Three Witches. With other variations of her costume she becomes a Murderer or Rosse. The action is fast-moving and unrelenting, so pay attention.
Five Stars alone are due to the designers of the simple set and the expressive mood-setting lighting and sound. You’ll find out what a bane-moon looks like.
Reviewed by David Kerr
***** Five Stars
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