"The Tragedy of Macbeth is thought to have been first performed in 1606. It dramatises the damaging physical and psychological effects of political ambition on those who seek power. Of all the plays that Shakespeare wrote during the reign of James I, Macbeth most clearly reflects his relationship with King James, patron of Shakespeare's acting company. It was first published in the Folio of 1623, possibly from a prompt book, and is Shakespeare's shortest tragedy."

Characters

Duncan, King of Scotland
Malcolm, his Son
Donalbain, his Son
Macbeth, General of the King’s Army
Banquo, General of the King’s Army
Macduff, Nobleman of Scotland
Lennox, Nobleman of Scotland
Ross, Nobleman of Scotland
Menteith, Nobleman of Scotland
Angus, Nobleman of Scotland
Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland
Fleance, Son to Banquo
Siward, Earl of Northumberland, General of the English Forces
Young Siward, his Son
Seyton, an Officer attending Macbeth
Boy, Son to Macduff
An English Doctor
A Scotch Doctor
A Sergeant
A Porter
An Old Man
Lady Macbeth
Lady Macduff
Gentlewoman attending on Lady Macbeth
Hecate
Three Witches
Lords, Gentlemen, Officers, Soldiers, Murderers, Attendants, and Messengers. The Ghost of Banquo, and other Apparitions.