ETT has released production images for Artistic Director Richard Twyman’s reimagined production of Macbeth, running at the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre. This contemporary take on Shakespeare’s classic tragedy promises to be a thrilling and innovative experience for audiences.
The production stars Alex Austin as Macbeth and Lois Chimimba as Lady Macbeth. Joining them are Gabriel Akuwudike (Banquo), Bella Aubin (Malcolm), David Colvin (Lennox), Ammar Haj Ahmad (Macduff), Daniel Hawksford (Duncan), Bianca Stephens (Lady Macduff), and Sophie Stone (Ross).
Artistic Director Richard Twyman and Executive Producer Sophie Scull expressed their excitement about the production: “We feel very lucky to have been able to put together such an extraordinary team for our reworked Macbeth. It’s a real thrill that audiences in London will have a chance to see this production and the work of the brilliantly talented people involved in it. Audiences can expect a Macbeth that’s surprising, exciting, dangerous and playful.”
Rachel O’Riordan, Artistic Director and CEO of Lyric Hammersmith Theatre, added, “I am thrilled to be welcoming English Touring Theatre’s production of Macbeth to the Lyric. We are delighted to bring this compelling and thought-provoking production to our stage in West London.”
The production opens on 5 March, with previews from 28 February, and runs until 29 March 2025.
Listings and ticket information can be found here.
