Presented by The Bluegrass Players
Directed by Edwin Tait and Jennifer Woodruff
Audition Date: March 8 (7:30pm)
Location: The Spotlight Playhouse, 214 Richmond Road, Berea, KY
Rehearsals
Rehearsals are Sunday and Tuesday evenings. Thursday will be added closer to the performance dates
Performance Dates:
June 19–28, 2026
Prepare to step into the world of ambition, intrigue, and fate! Macbeth, one of Shakespeare’s most gripping tragedies, tells the story of a Scottish general whose quest for power leads him down a dark and dangerous path. Filled with unforgettable characters, supernatural elements, and intense drama, this production promises a thrilling challenge for actors and a captivating experience for audiences.
Who Can Audition?
Open to teens and adults (recommended ages 11 and up)
Character List
- Macbeth
A brave Scottish general and Thane of Glamis. Ambitious and easily influenced, he becomes consumed by his desire for power. - Lady Macbeth
Macbeth’s wife. Ambitious, cunning, and persuasive—she encourages Macbeth’s darkest ambitions. - The Three Witches
Mysterious, supernatural figures who prophesy Macbeth’s rise and fall. They set the story’s events in motion. - Banquo
Macbeth’s friend and fellow general. Loyal and wise; his descendants are prophesied to inherit the throne. - King Duncan
The good and respected King of Scotland, whose murder marks Macbeth’s descent into tyranny. - Malcolm
King Duncan’s eldest son and rightful heir to the throne. He flees Scotland after his father’s murder. - Donalbain
King Duncan’s younger son. He also flees for safety after the king’s death. - Macduff
A nobleman of Scotland. Loyal to Duncan, he becomes Macbeth’s nemesis and seeks justice. - Lady Macduff
Macduff’s wife. A strong and caring woman, she represents innocence destroyed by Macbeth’s actions. - Fleance
Banquo’s young son. His escape from Macbeth’s plot maintains the witches’ prophecy. - Lennox, Ross, Angus, Menteith, Caithness
Scottish noblemen who serve as messengers, supporters, and commentators throughout the play. - The Porter
The castle’s doorkeeper, providing comic relief in a dark moment. - Seyton
Macbeth’s chief servant in the later acts. - Hecate
The queen of the witches, who helps orchestrate Macbeth’s downfall. - Other roles:
Murderers (hired by Macbeth), Gentlewoman (attends Lady Macbeth), Doctor, Soldiers, Messengers, and Attendants.
A Note of Caution (or Not!)
The last time we planned Macbeth, Covid hit and the production was canceled. Edwin jokingly blames the entire pandemic on Mr. Chad for saying “Macbeth” in the theater while preparing for the previous audition. If you’re superstitious, you might want to avoid Mr. Chad on this subject—he doesn’t follow any of the traditional theater folk superstitions!
For questions or more information, contact Chad at 859-661-0600 or chad@spotlightactingschool.com.
Dare to take the stage and bring Shakespeare’s classic tragedy to life—audition for Macbeth with The Bluegrass Players!