Rockbeth is a thrilling, high-energy reimagining of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, performed with infectious enthusiasm by a talented neurodiverse ensemble.
Combining the darkness of Shakespeare’s tragedy with the atmosphere of a live rock concert, the production makes its familiar story of ambition, betrayal and moral collapse feel fresh, immediate and accessible.
Every song is performed live, with outstanding drumming, keyboards and guitar driving a superb soundtrack of rock classics including AC/DC’s “Thunderstruck,” Santana’s “Black Magic Woman,” Jimi Hendrix’s “All Along the Watchtower,” Eric Clapton’s version of “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door,” Blue Öyster Cult’s “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper,” and Black Sabbath’s “Paranoid”.
Fuelled by powerful music, movement and committed performances, Rockbeth is bold, exhilarating theatre – and proof that Shakespeare can still rock.
If you don’t already love Shakespeare, you will after seeing this.
