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Macbeth Revival

Closing: June 26, 1988

Macbeth - 1988 Broadway History , Info & More

Mark Hellinger Theatre
237 West 51st St. New York, NY

"By the pricking of my thumbs,

Something wicked this way comes."

Murder, remorse, and madness stalk this bloody story of ambition and fate.


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Dances Patrelle to Honor Founder with IN DANCE, FRANCIS PATRELLE Festival in March 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 10, 2026


Dances Patrelle will present IN DANCE, FRANCIS PATRELLE, a ballet festival from March 27-29, 2026, at MMAC, celebrating the legacy of the late founder, Francis Patrelle. The event features three diverse ballets, including a world premiere.

Target Margin Theater Will Present Jean Genet-Inspired THIS IS REAL in March
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 27, 2026


Target Margin Theater will present the world premiere of 'THIS IS REAL,' inspired by Jean Genet, from March 1 to April 5, 2026. The production explores themes of identity and reality through innovative staging and performance.

Photos: ONE DAY: THE MUSICAL in Rehearsal at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh
by Stephi Wild - Jan 16, 2026


All new rehearsal photos have been released for One Day: The Musical  at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh. Check out the photos and learn more here!

HADESTOWN & More Lead Atlanta's November 2025 Top Theatre Shows
by Team BWW - Oct 31, 2025


Atlanta is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Selections for November 2025 include Hadestown and more.

Shakespeare & Company to Present 37th Fall Festival Of Shakespeare
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 28, 2025


The Fall Festival of Shakespeare includes nearly 500 students from 10 schools in Massachusetts and New York, supported by a cadre of 20 Shakespeare & Company directors, six costume designers, and five production designers. Learn more!

Christopher Plummer In the Spotlight: From Broadway to THE SOUND OF MUSIC and Beyond
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 17, 2025


To celebrate the return of The Sound of Music in theaters, we are taking a look back at Christopher Plummer's expansive stage career, from Cyrano to King Lear, and more.

The Conspirators Bring DUCK SOUP to Stars & Garters
by Stephi Wild - Sep 10, 2025


The Conspirators will present Duck Soup by Harry Ruby and Burt Kalmar, adapted from the Marx Brothers' movie for the stage by Sid Feldman and directed by Wm. Bullion, at the NEW Stars & Garters venue.

All of the Theater Stars in HBO's HARRY POTTER TV Series
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 10, 2025


With the Harry Potter show now in production in the UK, we have put together a guide to the stage performers assembled for this new series, from two-time Tony winner John Lithgow to Arabella Stanton.

Review: YANKEE DAWG YOU DIE at East West Players
by Evan Henerson - Jul 21, 2025


A tale of community and the frailty of Tinseltown dreams, YANKEE DAWG is given a full-throated production by actors Daniel J. Kim and Kelvin Han Yee under the direction of Jennifer Chang.

Cast Set For SMALL ACTS OF LOVE at the Citizens Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 24, 2025


The Citizens Theatre has revealed the full cast for Small Acts of Love, the first production to be performed on the theatre’s home stage in more than seven years when it reopens later this year.

New Musical Adaptation ONE DAY To Have World Premiere At The Royal Lyceum
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2025


The Royal Lyceum, Edinburgh and Melting Pot have announced the world premiere of a brand new musical based on David Nicholls' critically acclaimed, global bestselling novel ONE DAY, in the very city where the story begins.

Atlanta Community Theatre Summer Preview
by Joseph Harrison - May 9, 2025


What better way to cool off on a hot, Atlanta summer evening (or afternoon!) than taking in one of these exciting productions, coming to a community theatre near you! Check out all the amazing theatre that Metro Atlanta has to offer this summer!

Sir Derek Jacobi Receives Critic's Circle’s 2023 Rosebowl for Distinguished Service to the Arts
by Stephi Wild - Nov 13, 2024


Sir Derek Jacobi received the Critic's Circle’s 2023 Rosebowl for Distinguished Service to the Arts. The event took place on November 7th at the National Liberal Club.

Stage and Screen Actress Dame Maggie Smith Dies at 89
by Stephi Wild - Sep 27, 2024


BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that stage and screen actress Dame Maggie Smith has died at age 89. Perhaps best known for her screen roles in the Harry Potter film series and Downton Abbey, Smith also had several stage credits to her name, and won a Tony Award in 1990.

SENSE AND SENSIBILITY, ANNIE and More Included in Stratford Festival 2025 Season Lineup
by Stephi Wild - Aug 28, 2024


Stratford Festival announced its 2025 season, featuring productions of HAMLET, THE TEMPEST, and A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM. The season will also include a new adaptation of PRIDE AND PREJUDICE.

ALAN CUMMING: UNCUT Comes to the State Theatre of New Jersey
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2024


State Theatre New Jersey will present Alan Cumming: Uncut on Saturday, June 22 at 8pm.

Symphony In C Presents New World Symphony Featuring Hao Zhou, May 4
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 9, 2024


Join Symphony in C as they present New World Symphony featuring violinist Hao Zhou on May 4, 2024.

24 Theater Books for Your Spring 2024 Reading List
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 23, 2024


Need a great book to spring into the new season? This spring, Broadway's best have put pen to paper to turn out theatre page-turners of every kind. From theatre biographies to theatre fiction; theatre books for kids to theatre history; check out our collection of 24 new Broadway books for every theatre lover's spring reading list.

These Stars of SUCCESSION Have Ties to the Stage
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2024


With Jeremy Strong making his Broadway return in An Enemy of the People this season, BroadwayWorld is exploring some of the others stars of the iconic series Succession, who have ties to the stage.

Rialto Chatter: Could Denzel Washington Return to Broadway With OTHELLO?
by Stephi Wild - Jan 30, 2024


Denzel Washington may be headed back to Broadway soon with Othello! Rumor has it that the screen and stage star may bring the new production to New York in 2025.

Symphony In C to Present Holiday Classics at Rutgers-Camden Center For The Arts in December
by Blair Ingenthron - Oct 31, 2023


New Jersey-based young professionals orchestra Symphony in C will present a festive holiday program titled Holiday Classics on Saturday, December 2, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. at the Gordon Theater at the Rutgers-Camden Center for the Arts in Camden, New Jersey. Get all the details here!

Coalition Of Immigrant Artists Launches Initiative To Combat Xenophobia In The Theater Industry
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 18, 2023


COALITION OF IMMIGRANT ARTISTS is launching an initiative to combat xenophobia in the theater industry. The Immigrant Theatermakers Advocacy initiative works with institutions to reverse xenophobic policies and support immigrant artists.

BBC to Run Extensive Shakespeare Season to Celebrate 400th Anniversary of First Folio
by Aliya Al-Hassan - Oct 11, 2023


The BBC is celebrating this extraordinary anniversary with an ambitious season of content across TV, Radio, BBC iPlayer & BBC Sounds exploring why, 400 years on, Shakespeare's relevance and influence is as strong as ever. A wealth of programming featuring major actors and leading experts, including new documentaries, performance, music, drama, comedy, news coverage and the best of the BBC archive, as well as special items on flagship BBC shows, will celebrate the man, his world and his timeless writing.

Lucy Peacock Will Receive Stratford Festival's Legacy Award
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2023


The Stratford Festival is honouring Lucy Peacock with this year's Legacy Award. The gala, hosted by Sheila McCarthy, will be held at Toronto's Four Seasons Hotel on Monday, October 2. Learn more about Lucy here!

Symphony In C Kicks Off 2023-2024 Season At Rutgers-Camden Center For The Arts
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2023


Symphony in C kicks off the 2023-2024 season at Rutgers-Camden Center for the Arts on November 4. Music Director Noam Aviel makes her debut conducting Smetana, Tchaikovsky, and Rachmaninoff, featuring pianist Harmony Zhu. The Virtuosi Series also returns with three chamber music concerts at Haddonfield United Methodist Church starting on October 22. For more information, visit www.symphonyinc.org.

Macbeth History

Other Productions of Macbeth

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2011   Off-Broadway Theatre For A New Audience Production
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2012   Off-Broadway Epic Theatre Ensemble Production
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2013   West End Traf Transformed Production
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2013   Broadway National Theatre of Scotland Production
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Macbeth - 1988 Broadway Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
Macbeth — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1988 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress - Play Glenda Jackson
1988 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Glenda Jackson

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