“Something wicked this way comes...” – it’s Macbeth, one of Shakespeare’s most gripping, enduring, and (some say) cursed tales. A clash between honour and ambition sets our play in motion, as a Scottish commander encounters three mysterious witches whose prophecies invite him down a path of blood, betrayal, and psychological breakdown. Urged on by his ruthless wife, Macbeth murders his king and seizes the throne, only to find that power stolen by violence carries a terrible price. As the guilt from his traitorous act consumes him, Macbeth is haunted by ghosts, plagued by paranoia, and drawn ever deeper into a cycle of violence.
Macbeth will run from 11—14 and 18—21 March 2026 at UWA’s New Fortune Theatre, directed by Grace Edwards, a veteran performer of this stage. This semi-outdoor space, steeped in history and unmatchable atmosphere, is the only permanent replica of an Elizabethan theatre in the southern hemisphere. It offers audiences the unique chance to experience Shakespeare in a setting that evokes the atmosphere of its original performances while the actors inject the text with a fresh interpretation and contemporary energy. Whether you are a lifelong devotee of the Bard or a Shakespeare first-timer, Macbeth promises an unforgettable night of theatre – a visceral and haunting exploration of ambition, fate, and the fragile line between power and ruin.
Tickets: https://www.ticketswa.com/event/macbeth-0
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
New Fortune Theatre, Stirling Highway, Perth WA, Australia, 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley, Perth, Australia
