Macbeth | By William Shakespeare | NJ Shakespeare Theatre
A Scottish general named Macbeth meets three witches who tell him he will one day be king. Encouraged by his wife, he makes choices to try to fulfill the prophecy. As he gains power, Macbeth becomes consumed by guilt and fear, and his actions lead to tragic consequences for himself and those around him.
Running Time: App. 50 minutes
Appropriate for: Grades 6 – Adult
Price: $15/student, with 1 free chaperone ticket for every 10 students.
These standards focus on the live presentation of Hamlet and how it is experienced by the students.
1.3.12.A.1: View and analyze a live performance, exploring the interpretation of character development, themes, and emotions as presented in Hamlet.
These standards focus on how students respond to the performance they are experiencing, both intellectually and emotionally.
1.4.12.A.1: Respond to a live performance of Hamlet by evaluating the acting, direction, design, and thematic interpretation.
1.4.12.B.1: Critique the live performance, considering the effectiveness of the artistic choices made in bringing the text to life (such as acting, direction, and design elements).
These standards help students make connections between the performance of Hamlet and their broader cultural or personal context.
1.2.12.A.1: Analyze how the historical context, cultural values, and artistic choices made in the production of Hamlet influence the audience’s understanding of the themes and characters.
1.2.12.B.1: Connect the themes of Hamlet to modern storytelling in theater, film, or literature, drawing parallels between Shakespeare’s work and contemporary issues or media.