Macbeth: The 30-Minute Shakespeare

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Discover the magic of Shakespeare with 'Macbeth: The 30-Minute Shakespeare.' This expertly abridged edition allows readers aged 12 and up to truly immerse themselves in the captivating world of Macbeth in just 30 minutes. Ideal for schools and amateur productions, this trade paperback edition provides an accessible yet authentic experience. Each version is carefully crafted to tell the story of Macbeth from beginning to end while preserving the eloquence of Shakespeare's language. Our edition focuses on seven key scenes including the ominous prophecy from the Weird Sisters, the treacherous plot against King Duncan, and the chilling appearance of Banquo’s ghost. Perfect for inexperienced actors, this kit includes specific stage directions and character suggestions that make performing Macbeth straightforward and enjoyable. Enhance your understanding of this literary classic with a helpful essay by editor Nick Newlin, offering valuable tips for staging Shakespeare with novice actors. Don't miss the unique opportunity to explore themes of ambition and fate in a condensed format. Whether for educational purposes or personal enrichment, 'Macbeth: The 30-Minute Shakespeare' is your go-to guide for an engaging Shakespeare experience. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781935550020. Format: Trade paperback (US). Year: 2010. Publisher: Nicolo Whimsey.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781935550020
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2010
Publisher: Nicolo Whimsey


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Age range 12+

Planning a school or amateur Shakespeare production? The best way to experience the plays is to perform them, but getting started can be a challenge: The complete plays are too long and complex, while scene selections or simplified language are too limited.

The 30-Minute Shakespeare is a new series of abridgements that tell the "story" of each play from start to finish while keeping the beauty of Shakespeare's language intact. Specific stage directions and character suggestions give even inexperienced actors the tools to perform Shakespeare with confidence, understanding, and fun!

This cutting of Macbeth is edited to seven key scenes, opening with the Weird Sisters predicting Macbeth's fate. Also included are Macbeth and his villainous wife plotting to murder King Duncan, the appearance of Banquo's ghost at the banquet, the Witches' unforgettable 'double double toil and trouble' scene, and Lady Macbeth's riveting 'out, damned spot' sleepwalk. In the finale, the entire cast recites Macbeth's poignant 'tomorrow, tomorrow, and tomorrow' speech in unison.

The edition also includes an essay by editor Nick Newlin on how to produce a Shakespeare play with novice actors, and notes about the original production of this abridgement at the Folger Shakespeare Library's annual Student Shakespeare Festival.

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