MACBETH

Arthur-Schnitzler-Platz 1

1070 Wien

 

The world is shaken by power struggles, conflicts of loyalty, and war. After a bloody battle, three witches promise the victorious Macbeth a great future: currently only Thane of Glamis, he could soon attain the more prestigious title of Thane of Cawdor, even ascend the steps to the Scottish throne. Their magical appearance unleashes a deadly game between determinism and free will. Driven by ambition, Macbeth quickly overcomes all scruples. Together with his wife, he embarks on a mission to seize power. Step by step, through betrayal and deception, they set out on a murderous path. Once embarked upon, it leads them into a spiral of violence, bloodshed, and guilt. Real and perceived enemies constantly threaten their rule and must be eliminated. In the process, Scotland increasingly becomes a state of terror. Constantly immersed in blood, no hand can ever be washed clean. And the dark prophecies that continue to guide Macbeth's increasingly erratic decisions are barely decipherable anymore. They foretell, but they don't compel. He interprets—and acts.

Written around 1606, MACBETH blends historical events with supernatural elements, inner conflicts, and a glimpse into the abyss of human nature. Resident director Rieke Süßkow, known for her striking productions, uses elements of puppetry and object theater to connect Shakespeare's dark work—about the fragility of civilizational facades and the psychological deformation wrought by power—with the visual worlds and aesthetics of online gaming. Every twist and turn in the game of power affects Macbeth and his Lady. And every action they take changes the world. To the point of madness.

(Source: volkstheater.at)