006 - Act V

Dive into the dark world of ambition and betrayal with Librivoxs captivating recording of Macbeth, one of Shakespeares most iconic tragedies. Follow Macbeth, a valorous general in King Duncans army, who encounters a trio of mysterious witches that foretell his ascent to the throne. Consumed by ambition and spurred on by his ambitious wife, he commits regicide, setting off a chain of bloodshed in his quest to secure power. As he grapples with guilt and paranoia, Macbeth learns that not all prophecies are as clear-cut as they seem. (Summary by Laurie Anne Walden) Cast Duncan – Joshua B. Christensen Malcolm – mb Donalbain – Ellis Christoff Macbeth – Mark F. Smith Banquo – Simon Larois Macduff – John Lieder Lennox – Mirza Ross – Rosalind Wills Menteith, Son of Macduff, and First Apparition – David Lawrence Angus, Second Apparition, and Third Murderer – Annoying Twit Caithness, Lord, Sergeant, and Soldiers – David Nicol Fleance – Aaron Elliott Siward – Brian Edwards Young Siward, Gentlewoman – Laurie Anne Walden Seyton, Old Man – Paul Williams Lady Macbeth – Elizabeth Klett Lady Macduff – LC Hecate – Ruth Golding First Witch – Jennifer Stearns Second Witch – Kristin Hughes Third Witch – Charlene V. Smith Doctor – Eric M. Johnson Servant and Attendant – Anna Simon Porter – David Leeson Third Apparition – Fionn Jameson First Murderer – hefyd Second Murderer – Anna Roberts Messenger – Ezwa Stage Directions – J. M. Smallheer Audio edited by J. M. Smallheer