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Macbeth

Belt Up (Nothing To See/Hear)

Belt Up's promenade version of 'Macbeth' is a frustrating, epic experience. Over the course of three days I saw six short performances, following the actors through C venues and the streets of Edinburgh with only a Witch's note left to tell me when and where to meet next. The cast failed to project their voices consistently, a crime considering the rich language. However, we should probably not focus too much on the flaws in the production, as Belt Up should to be commended for this attempt, because this is risky theatre: it's site specific, very long, and chaotic. Macbeth and Macduff are excellent, making up for the wayward cast with commanding presence and believable sword fighting, but whilst Belt Up break down the fourth wall they don't manage to return the audience's investment in time, money, and exercise.

C, dates vary, prices vary, fpp 214

tw rating: 3/5

published: Aug-2008

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