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This is not a single story but a series of unique explorations that challenge our understanding of morality, fate, and the human condition. Join us on this journey through evocative tales that highlight the fragility of honor and the perils of desire, and discover a new book with every episode that will leave you reflecting on the nature of power and its repercussions.]]></description><atom:link href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/7168180/episodes/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><language>en</language><category>Books</category><copyright>Copyright Tragedy Genre</copyright><image><url>https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9050796e1302e0db15dfcee067647218.jpg</url><title>Tragedy of Macbeth (Version 2)</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tragedy-of-macbeth-version-2--7168180</link></image><lastBuildDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 09:23:05 +0000</lastBuildDate><itunes:author>William Shakespeare</itunes:author><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Tragedy Genre</itunes:name><itunes:email>spreaker87@podcastlibrary.org</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9050796e1302e0db15dfcee067647218.jpg"/><itunes:subtitle>Delve into the depths of ambition, moral conflict, and the tragic consequences of unchecked desire with "Tragedy of Macbeth (Version 2)." 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Join us on this journey through evocative tales that highlight the fragility of honor and the perils of desire, and discover a new book with every episode that will leave you reflecting on the nature of power and its repercussions.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Arts"><itunes:category text="Books"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Health &amp; Fitness"/><itunes:category text="Health &amp; Fitness"><itunes:category text="Medicine"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><podcast:guid>a3450a79-2df8-5ce1-903a-2167e62a76ef</podcast:guid><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>All's Well That Ends Well-William Shakespeare</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/all-s-well-that-ends-well-william-shakespeare--74630155</link><description><![CDATA[Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord Macbeth, chooses evil as the way to fulfill his ambition for power. He commits regicide to become king and then furthers his moral descent with a reign of murderous terror to stay in power, eventually plunging the country into civil war. In the end, he loses everything that gives meaning and purpose to his life before losing his life itself. (Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. 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(Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. 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StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74598054</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 09:03:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74598054/master_builder_henrik_ibsen.mp3" length="68892279" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>William Shakespeare</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. 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(Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. 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(Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>11457</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9050796e1302e0db15dfcee067647218.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Admirable Crichton-J. M. 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(Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74535508</guid><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:09:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74535508/admirable_crichton_j_m_barrie.mp3" length="79348650" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>William Shakespeare</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. 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(Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>9909</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9050796e1302e0db15dfcee067647218.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Tragedy of Mariam-Elizabeth Cary</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/tragedy-of-mariam-elizabeth-cary--74504493</link><description><![CDATA[Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. 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(Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74504493</guid><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:09:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74504493/tragedy_of_mariam_elizabeth_cary.mp3" length="64619490" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>William Shakespeare</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. 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(Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. 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(Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74466251</guid><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:08:03 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74466251/taming_of_the_shrew_version_2_william_shakespeare.mp3" length="75820113" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>William Shakespeare</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord Macbeth, chooses evil as the way to fulfill his ambition for power. He commits regicide to become king and then furthers his moral descent with a reign of murderous terror to stay in power, eventually plunging the country into civil war. In the end, he loses everything that gives meaning and purpose to his life before losing his life itself. (Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>9468</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9050796e1302e0db15dfcee067647218.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Tragedy of King Lear (version 3)-William Shakespeare</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/tragedy-of-king-lear-version-3-william-shakespeare--74433942</link><description><![CDATA[Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord Macbeth, chooses evil as the way to fulfill his ambition for power. He commits regicide to become king and then furthers his moral descent with a reign of murderous terror to stay in power, eventually plunging the country into civil war. In the end, he loses everything that gives meaning and purpose to his life before losing his life itself. (Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74433942</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:08:53 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74433942/tragedy_of_king_lear_version_3_william_shakespeare.mp3" length="107333916" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>William Shakespeare</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord Macbeth, chooses evil as the way to fulfill his ambition for power. He commits regicide to become king and then furthers his moral descent with a reign of murderous terror to stay in power, eventually plunging the country into civil war. In the end, he loses everything that gives meaning and purpose to his life before losing his life itself. (Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>13403</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9050796e1302e0db15dfcee067647218.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Rosmersholm-Henrik Ibsen</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/rosmersholm-henrik-ibsen--74393740</link><description><![CDATA[Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord Macbeth, chooses evil as the way to fulfill his ambition for power. He commits regicide to become king and then furthers his moral descent with a reign of murderous terror to stay in power, eventually plunging the country into civil war. In the end, he loses everything that gives meaning and purpose to his life before losing his life itself. (Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74393740</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:23:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74393740/rosmersholm_henrik_ibsen.mp3" length="76981379" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>William Shakespeare</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord Macbeth, chooses evil as the way to fulfill his ambition for power. He commits regicide to become king and then furthers his moral descent with a reign of murderous terror to stay in power, eventually plunging the country into civil war. In the end, he loses everything that gives meaning and purpose to his life before losing his life itself. (Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>9613</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9050796e1302e0db15dfcee067647218.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Pandora's Box-Frank Wedekind</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/pandora-s-box-frank-wedekind--74351067</link><description><![CDATA[Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord Macbeth, chooses evil as the way to fulfill his ambition for power. He commits regicide to become king and then furthers his moral descent with a reign of murderous terror to stay in power, eventually plunging the country into civil war. In the end, he loses everything that gives meaning and purpose to his life before losing his life itself. (Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74351067</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 01:17:34 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74351067/pandora_s_box_frank_wedekind.mp3" length="64826954" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>William Shakespeare</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord Macbeth, chooses evil as the way to fulfill his ambition for power. He commits regicide to become king and then furthers his moral descent with a reign of murderous terror to stay in power, eventually plunging the country into civil war. In the end, he loses everything that gives meaning and purpose to his life before losing his life itself. (Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>8095</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9050796e1302e0db15dfcee067647218.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Tristan and Isolde-Richard Wagner</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/tristan-and-isolde-richard-wagner--74212140</link><description><![CDATA[Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord Macbeth, chooses evil as the way to fulfill his ambition for power. He commits regicide to become king and then furthers his moral descent with a reign of murderous terror to stay in power, eventually plunging the country into civil war. In the end, he loses everything that gives meaning and purpose to his life before losing his life itself. (Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74212140</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:09:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74212140/tristan_and_isolde_richard_wagner.mp3" length="53990746" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>William Shakespeare</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord Macbeth, chooses evil as the way to fulfill his ambition for power. He commits regicide to become king and then furthers his moral descent with a reign of murderous terror to stay in power, eventually plunging the country into civil war. In the end, he loses everything that gives meaning and purpose to his life before losing his life itself. (Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>6742</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9050796e1302e0db15dfcee067647218.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Witch of Edmonton-Thomas Dekker, John Ford, William Rowley</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/witch-of-edmonton-thomas-dekker-john-ford-william-rowley--74166388</link><description><![CDATA[Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord Macbeth, chooses evil as the way to fulfill his ambition for power. He commits regicide to become king and then furthers his moral descent with a reign of murderous terror to stay in power, eventually plunging the country into civil war. In the end, he loses everything that gives meaning and purpose to his life before losing his life itself. (Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74166388</guid><pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:09:33 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74166388/10028_witch_of_edmonton_thomas_dekker_john_ford_william_rowley.mp3" length="69438887" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>William Shakespeare</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord Macbeth, chooses evil as the way to fulfill his ambition for power. He commits regicide to become king and then furthers his moral descent with a reign of murderous terror to stay in power, eventually plunging the country into civil war. In the end, he loses everything that gives meaning and purpose to his life before losing his life itself. (Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>8671</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9050796e1302e0db15dfcee067647218.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Tragedy of Macbeth-William Shakespeare</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/tragedy-of-macbeth-william-shakespeare--74120909</link><description><![CDATA[Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord Macbeth, chooses evil as the way to fulfill his ambition for power. He commits regicide to become king and then furthers his moral descent with a reign of murderous terror to stay in power, eventually plunging the country into civil war. In the end, he loses everything that gives meaning and purpose to his life before losing his life itself. (Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74120909</guid><pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:37:31 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/74120909/tragedy_of_macbeth_william_shakespeare.mp3" length="63279546" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>William Shakespeare</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. 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StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>7902</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9050796e1302e0db15dfcee067647218.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Antony and Cleopatra-William Shakespeare</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/antony-and-cleopatra-william-shakespeare--73427275</link><description><![CDATA["Antony and Cleopatra" by William Shakespeare explores the tumultuous relationship between the Roman general Mark Antony and the Egyptian queen Cleopatra, set against a backdrop of political intrigue and betrayal. 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Shakespeare's masterful language and rich characterizations invite audiences to reflect on the nature of sacrifice and the consequences of our actions, ensuring its relevance across generations.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73427275</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:01:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/73427275/antony_and_cleopatra_william_shakespeare.mp3" length="88341013" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:author>William Shakespeare</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>"Antony and Cleopatra" by William Shakespeare explores the tumultuous relationship between the Roman general Mark Antony and the Egyptian queen Cleopatra, set against a backdrop of political intrigue and betrayal. This timeless tragedy delves into...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Antony and Cleopatra" by William Shakespeare explores the tumultuous relationship between the Roman general Mark Antony and the Egyptian queen Cleopatra, set against a backdrop of political intrigue and betrayal. This timeless tragedy delves into themes of love, power, and the conflict between personal desire and public duty, making it a profound exploration of human emotion and ambition. As the characters navigate their fateful choices, listeners are reminded of the enduring complexities of love and loyalty, which still resonate in today's world. Shakespeare's masterful language and rich characterizations invite audiences to reflect on the nature of sacrifice and the consequences of our actions, ensuring its relevance across generations.]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>11031</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9050796e1302e0db15dfcee067647218.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Tragedy of Macbeth Version 2 - William Shakespeare</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/tragedy-of-macbeth-version-2-william-shakespeare--72922978</link><description><![CDATA[Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord Macbeth, chooses evil as the way to fulfill his ambition for power. He commits regicide to become king and then furthers his moral descent with a reign of murderous terror to stay in power, eventually plunging the country into civil war. In the end, he loses everything that gives meaning and purpose to his life before losing his life itself. (Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72922978</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:19:36 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72922978/tragedy_of_macbeth_version_2_william_shakespeare.mp3" length="64859784" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/aa8b0a94-020a-4d5d-92c2-26b713298881/aa8b0a94-020a-4d5d-92c2-26b713298881.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/aa8b0a94-020a-4d5d-92c2-26b713298881/aa8b0a94-020a-4d5d-92c2-26b713298881.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/aa8b0a94-020a-4d5d-92c2-26b713298881/aa8b0a94-020a-4d5d-92c2-26b713298881.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>William Shakespeare</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Macbeth is a play written by William Shakespeare. It is considered one of his darkest and most powerful tragedies. Set in Scotland, the play dramatizes the corroding psychological and political effects produced when its protagonist, the Scottish lord Macbeth, chooses evil as the way to fulfill his ambition for power. He commits regicide to become king and then furthers his moral descent with a reign of murderous terror to stay in power, eventually plunging the country into civil war. In the end, he loses everything that gives meaning and purpose to his life before losing his life itself. (Summary by Wikipedia) CAST LISTFirst Witch: Charlotte DuckettSecond Witch; Servant: GraceThird Witch Gentlewoman: Libby GohnDuncan, King of Scotland; Old Man; Lords: Algy PugMalcolm, Son of Duncan: Cathy BarrattSergeant; Third Murderer; Soldier(s): ToddHWLennox, Nobleman of Scotland: Robin KingRoss, Nobleman of Scotland: Arielle LipshawMacbeth, General of the King's army: Phill BensonBanquo, General of the King's army: alanmapstoneAngus, Nobleman of Scotland; Second Murderer: Ernst PattynamaLady Macbeth: Bev. J. StevensMessenger; Attendant: CaprishaPageFleance, Son to Banquo; Young Siward, Siward's son: laurenburwellPorter: Jason MillsDonalbain, Son of Duncan; Caithness, Nobleman of Scotland: Frances BrownMacduff, Nobleman of Scotland: Alan WeymanFirst Murderer: Martin GeesonHecate: Eden Rea-HedrickDoctor: Beth ThomasApparititions: Elizabeth KlettLady Macduff: Meagon ArgoMacduff's Son: Emily JonesMenteith, Nobleman of Scotland; Seyton, An officer attending on MacbethToddHWSiward, Earl of Northumberland, general of English forces: alanmapstoneNarrator: Algy PugAudio Edited by Algy Pug]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>8108</itunes:duration><itunes:keywords>algy,duncan,macbeth,murderer,nobleman,scotland,shakespeare,siward,tragedy,witch</itunes:keywords><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/9050796e1302e0db15dfcee067647218.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>
