“Blood will have blood.” – Act III, scene 4
Shakespeare’s Macbeth is a ruthless exploration of ambition, power, and the cost of forsaking the greater good. When Macbeth hears a prophecy that he is destined to rule, his desire for power overrides loyalty, love, and reason. Together with Lady Macbeth, he steps over the threshold of conscience – and into a world where guilt festers, trust is shattered, and violence begets violence.
This is the story of a man who betrays his own moral compass in pursuit of status – and finds that once ambition replaces love, there is no way back. Set against a backdrop of political turmoil and supernatural dread, Macbeth speaks urgently to our own times: when individualism triumphs over community, the consequences are irreversible.
Directed by Tobacco Factory Theatres’ Artistic Director Heidi Vaughan, this bold new production is charged with her signature ensemble approach – rooted in collaboration, humanity, and emotional depth. Darkly pagan in tone, the soundscape beats with the rhythm of ritual and prophecy: “A drum, a drum! Macbeth doth come!” And though the play descends into shadow, Heidi’s work always seeks out the spark of resilience – leaving audiences provoked, moved, and unexpectedly uplifted.
★★★★
“…this show was of a quality to match anything I have seen of late at Stratford.”
– StageTalk Magazine on The Winter’s Tale at TFT
★★★★
“…accessible, funny and delightfully acted.”
– Broadway World on A Midsummer Night’s Dream at TFT
★★★★
“A marvellous production of Othello – one of the best I have seen of this hard-to-love play… belongs to this theatre’s distinctive tradition.”
– The Guardian on Othello at TFT
- RUNNING TIME2 hours 30 minutes (incl. interval
- AGE RECOMMENDATION12+
- VENUEFactory Theatre
Members on sale: Tuesday 17th June at 10am Online, 12:30 via Box Office
General on sale: Thursday 19th June at 10am Online, 12:30 via Box Office
Evening performances 7.30pm
Matinee performances 1pm (Schools only) & 2pm
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TICKET PRICES:
Give the Gift Tickets from £22 / Standard Tickets from £18 / Concession Tickets from £16
Schools Tickets from £15 (see below for further information)
GIVE THE GIFT TICKETS:
In the last year Tobacco Factory Theatres Charitable Arts Trust have seen thousands of people take part in our Get Involved programme, whether it’s through subsidised tickets for young people from Bristol to enjoy live theatre for the first time or the many sessions we offer to learn new skills and get creative. We deliver invaluable experiences to people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly those who might not otherwise be able to afford to do it. By purchasing a Give The Gift Ticket, you’ll help us ensure all our community can enjoy some much-needed theatre magic. Read more about our pricing, including concessions
SCHOOL MATINEES
The following performances are schools’ shows:
Tue 26th February 1pm
Thu 5th March 1pm
Thu 12th March 1pm
Thu 19th March 1pm
If you would like to make a group booking for one of these performances, please email our Box Office at tickets@tobaccofactorytheatres.com
BSL INTERPRETED PERFORMANCES
Friday 13th March 7:30pm
Saturday 14th March 2pm
To book for BSL performances please contact our Box Office: tickets@tobaccofactorytheatres.com / 0117 902 0344
British Sign Language Interpreter: Kate Neill.
RELAXED PERFORMANCE:
Mon 23 March 7:30pm
This performance is specially adapted to create an even more welcoming environment for audiences with additional needs.
To request a Relaxed Performance Pack with lots of useful information in advance of your visit, please contact
tickets@tobaccofactorytheatres.com
