Unsettling intimacy and brutal action combine at breakneck speed as Max Webster directs the tale of love, murder, and nature’s power of renewal. Groundbreaking sound design and live Celtic folk music (all played through lightweight headphones provided) immerse the audience in every whisper, cry and thought.
Featuring the original company of the sold out Donmar Warehouse season, this unforgettable staging will now play a strictly limited run at London’s Harold Pinter Theatre from 1 October 2024.
This production of Macbeth uses binaural stereo to create a 3D soundscape. Wearing headphones is a critical aspect of the show, and some of the dialogue will not be audible without them.
A pair of wired on-ear headphones is installed on each audience member’s seat and in wheelchair spaces. These headphones are very lightweight with foam ear-pads for comfort. The headphones do not have a volume control and all headphones are at the same volume. Our sound engineers ensure that the volume remains at a balanced and safe volume. If you have a sensitivity to loud volumes we can provide a system that can be turned down manually. The ear pads are regularly changed and cleaned.
Stereo sound and on-ear headphones may not suit everyone’s hearing needs. A sound check plays in the auditorium before the show starts allowing you to test out what works for you. We have a range of alternative options to help everyone get the best experience of the show, and we have a team in the auditorium to help find the best solution for you from the list below.
There is no need to pre-book alternative listening options, but if you have any concerns or specific requirements other than those available below, please let the box office know in advance. We advise you to take your seats at least 15-20 minutes before the start of the performance to ensure we have time to make sure everything is working correctly.
