Originally, “Macbeth” was written by William Shakespeare in early 1606. The play is about three witches who tell the main character, Macbeth, that he will become king. With encouragement from his wife, Macbeth decides to kill the current king so he can take his place.  

Lots of drama, murder, and emotion go into this play. From Macbeth, to his wife, to the actors who play other roles, the show keeps you on the edge of your seat, drawn in the more you watch. 

Advanced and Beginning Journalism got the opportunity to watch Oakmont Theater put on a preview to their “Macbeth” show. We got the chance to be the first audience they perform to, along with the ability to ask questions to the actors, tech crew, and director. 

The preview consisted of nine scenes, out of the full twenty-eight in the show. There were eighteen actors, and six technicians, so twenty-four people who all worked together to make this happen. 

The scenes took about forty-five minutes. They were drama-packed, spooky, action-filled scenes that kept the audience’s attention hooked. The actors played their roles to their fullest potential allowing viewers to see the emotion, intensity, and commitment each actor brought to their role. They were all very passionate about their roles and it shined through in their work even during the preview. 

After the forty-five minute preview, we got the opportunity to ask the actors questions personally, as a group, and  with their director, Oakmont Drama and Musical Theater teacher, Mr. Romero  

When asked how many hours were put into the show, they all collectively said there were over 125 hours, not including performances, and about 140 hours including all of the performances. That is dedication! 

The group agreed that the most difficult part of production was learning the unique language: Shakespearean English. The cast said that it took a lot of time to memorize their lines due to the different way of speaking. The group also agreed that their favorite scene was the final fight scene or all of act 5, according to Romero. 

If you want to audition and get to experience the fun of a future play or musical, don’t you worry, because every person who auditioned got a spot in the play. Said cast members were involved in five shows, from Wednesday, Nov. 12, to Saturday, Nov. 15. 

This play overall was great to watch and I am very glad I got the chance to see it first hand.