A brand-new digital resource for Australian classrooms exploring the plot, themes and language of Macbeth
Macbeth: 360 is an in-depth exploration of the plot, themes and language of Macbeth that will crack open one of Shakespeare's most studied plays.
Presented and filmed in the round, and guided by actor and director Jules Billington, a team of Bell Shakespeare actors present key scenes and soliloquies in a series of engaging videos designed for classroom viewing.
Each video in the Macbeth: 360 series is under 30 minutes in duration, designed to be viewed within a typical classroom period with room for post-viewing discussion.
Over three videos, Jules Billington narrates the five-act plot of Macbeth as Bell Shakespeare actors present key scenes and soliloquies. A concise retelling of the play demonstrating key text examples, narrative structure and character journeys.
Watch Plot: Part 1Watch Plot: Part 1 Watch Plot: Part 2Watch Plot: Part 2 Watch Plot: Part 3Watch Plot: Part 3
Over one video, Jules Billington guides students through the key themes of Macbeth, accompanied by performances from Bell Shakespeare artists. A discussion of how Shakespeare explores key ideas, messages and topics within the play, accompanied by text examples.
Over one video, Jules Billington explains the language techniques that Shakespeare uses to explore story, theme and character in Macbeth. Each language technique is defined then discussed, and demonstrated through performances from Bell Shakespeare artists.
Made possible with the support of James N Kirby Foundation and the Australian Government Office for the Arts.
