This video features a performance from Act 3 of Shakespeare's "Macbeth." It delves into Macbeth's internal conflict and fear regarding Banquo's descendants possibly usurping his throne. The video captures the psychological depth of...

This video delves into Act 3 of Shakespeare's "Macbeth," focusing on Banquo's reflections about the prophecy concerning his lineage and his suspicions regarding Macbeth's ascent to the throne. As the new king invites Banquo to a royal...

Delve into the rich symbolism employed by Shakespeare in Macbeth's comparison of Scotland without Duncan to an empty wine barrel. Uncover the profound commentary on loss and emptiness in the wake of Duncan's absence.

This video examines a scene from Act 2 of Shakespeare's "Macbeth," focusing on the dialogue between Macbeth and Lennox. It explores Macbeth's subtly revealing response about King Duncan's departure and Lennox's remarks on the night's...

This video highlights a crucial scene in Act 2 of Shakespeare's "Macbeth," focusing on the aftermath of King Duncan's murder. Lady Macbeth confronts Macbeth's hesitation and fear, urging him to wash the blood from his hands and return...

This video delves into the complex themes of ambition, moral dilemma, and consequences in Shakespeare's Macbeth. It explores the internal conflict faced by Macbeth as he grapples with the idea of assassinating King Duncan to fulfill his...

This video examines the introduction of witchcraft and supernatural elements in Act 1 of Shakespeare's "Macbeth." It explains the significance of these motifs and how they influence the themes of power and fate in the play. The content...

Part 1 of the Monarchs of England goes from end of the Roman Empire all the way through the age of the Anglo-Saxons! Enjoy!

A video entitled “Identifying the Tragic Hero” which explores common characteristics of tragic heroes featured in plays.

It’s time for the grand finalé! But there’s a twist. A new character is introduced as the Hollow Men try to pray: the Shadow. Who is this Shadow? Should we all be worried? Join us to find out the fate of the Hollow Men - and the rest...

Jon Cozart talks to us about classical music, internet videos, Lord of the Rings, and of course, musicals. Here are Jon's five favorite works of art: 1) Spring Awakening 2) Mozart's Requiem in D Minor, K. 626 3) The Lord of the Rings:...

Watch this video to learn about Shakespeare’s fascinating world, and its influence on the play Macbeth. Watch the Jacobean era come to life and come to a deeper understanding of the Great Chain of Being, the Renaissance, religious ideas,...

Watch this lesson today to discover how Shakespeare explores the role of gender in Macbeth. Decide for yourself - is Macbeth Shakespeare’s most misogynistic play? Or has Shakespeare subtly challenged the rigid gender roles of his...

Watch this lesson today to discover how Shakespeare explores the danger of unchecked ambition in Macbeth. See how ambition warps Macbeth - a noble and loyal hero - into a delusional, evil tyrant.

Along the way, learn how to analyse...

After watching this lesson, you will be able to support your discussion of Macbeth’s themes with detailed textual analysis!

This lesson unpacks quotes from characters other than Macbeth, including the spooky witches and the...

The brave Macbeth meets three spooky witches, who give him the tantalising prophecy that he is destined to become King of Scotland! Surprised yet excited, he is urged on by his wife to kill the king and steal the throne for himself....

Paranoid, Macbeth visits the spooky witches again, looking for reassurance that his throne is safe. The witches respond with three cryptic prophecies. Increasingly mad with fear, Macbeth murders the innocent wife and children of...

This video showcases the process of creating unique instruments for a post-apocalyptic world in a music and theater production. The musicians experiment with unconventional materials and sounds to bring the director's vision to life,...

Macbeth tells the story of a good man gone bad, driven to murder by ugly ambition and fueled by a power-hungry wife. The three witches meet on the heath. Macbeth and his friend Banquo come accross them, the witches tell Macbeth that he...

Macbeth tells the story of a good man gone bad, driven to murder by ugly ambition and fueled by a power-hungry wife. Macbeth has Banquo killed for fear his children will become kings of Scotland. Macbeth goes to visit the witches once...

Macbeth discovers that his wife has gone mad with guilt and has committed suicide. He also learns that an army is attacking his castle, led by Macduff. A great and terrible battle ensues…

Watch our summary of Macbeth: Act V to find...

Watch this lesson today to discover how Shakespeare explores the corrupting nature of power in Macbeth. See how power can be violent and unstable, leading to the loss of Macbeth’s morality and sanity.

Along the way, learn how to...

Watch this lesson today to discover how Shakespeare explores the tension that exists between order and chaos in Macbeth. See the chaos that breaks out across Scotland when Macbeth becomes king.

Along the way, learn how to analyse...

Watch this lesson today to discover how Shakespeare explores the conflict between fate and free will in Macbeth. Decide for yourself - is Macbeth merely a puppet of destiny, or a man with a dark side who just needed a little nudge in the...