Power. Prophecy. Paranoia. Verdi’s Macbeth grapples with fate—and pays the price.

Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy becomes a psychological battleground examining the catastrophic consequences of war. Seduced by ambition, a power-hungry couple claw their way to the throne—only to find their aspirations twisted into madness. Giuseppe Verdi’s career-defining music underscores their ruthless ascent. This is opera at its most thrilling: a blazing struggle with fate’s cruel grip.

This gripping production comes to life under the baton of David Angus (BLO Music Director) and the direction of Steve Maler (Founding Artistic Director of Commonwealth Shakespeare Company). The cast features powerhouse performances from Norman Garrett (Macbeth), Alexandra LoBianco (Lady Macbeth), David Junghoon Kim (Macduff), and Zaikuan Song (Banquo).

Music by Giuseppe Verdi
Libretto by Francesco Maria Piave and Andrea Maffei
Conducted by David Angus | Directed by Steve Maler

Emerson Colonial Theatre

Friday, October 10 | 7:30pm
Sunday, October 12 | 3:00pm