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Orixa Macbeth
(Media Note: Clips from this play are now available for sneak peeks on
youtube through the following web addresses
http ://www. youtube . com/watch? v=eC6Jaqh8Crg and
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pHmVCnZI5s )
4Theatrsake will be shaking up Shakespeare in whole new way at the
Charles H. Wright Museum. The rising local theater troupe 4Theatrsake has put an
up beat hip-hop twist on William Shakespeares Macbeth by giving it an urban
makeover. Through altering the setting and other details and maintaining the
original language of the legendary play, they have innovatively transformed
Macbeth.
4Theatrsakes production of William Shakespeares mystical play Macbeth
is co-directed by Wyldchild L. Chemist and Bernard L. Causey. The production
stars Angela Roberts and Sean Rodriguez. The cast includes a ton of great
performers led by: Karen Minard (Macduff), Bernard Causey (Malcom),
Kennikki Jones (Banquo), Ava Rodgers (Lead Witch), Sherina Sharpe / Niseiki
Macferrin (Talented Witch / Lennox) Sansa Sanyika (Chosen Witch), Antonio
Rosaro (Donalbain / Ross), Nicole Miller (Hectate), Jasmine McCord (Bleeding
Sargent), and Angel Chisolm (King Duncan).
Macbeth illustrates the account of a valiant general and his quest for
the throne. This contemporary version of the classic takes place in modern
day Brazil rather than eleventh century Scotland. Portions of the play are
performed as a musical and there are no witches in this Macbeth. Instead of
three witches there are Condomble practitioners. Condomble is the name of
the Yoruba based religious traditions of Brazil. In the play the practitioners
will be performing actual rites. The practitioners visit Macbeth (Rodriguez)
and Banquo (Jones) to prophesize their futures.
They tell Macbeth he will become the Thane of Cawdor and eventually he will
become king. Macbeth and his wife realize that the prophecies have come true.
Lady Macbeth (Roberts) convinces him that he should execute King Duncan
(Chisolm) so that he can quickly become king. One murder leads to more
treachery. Macbeths twisted ambition leads to his demise. In contrast to all of
the exciting updates that 4Theatrsake has implemented they chose to employ
the original text in their production.
This modern day adaptation of Macbeth has sparked the interest of young
people. The original text combined with an urban flair gives young people a better
understanding of Shakespeares poetic language. Sean Rodriguez, a member of
4Theatrsake said their version of Macbeth provides young people with a better
understanding of the play through its visual familiarity. The play is performed in a
visual aspect that young people understand. The urban lifestyle depicted in this
production is a lifestyle that the youth experiences.
4Theatrsake was founded on four basic principles:
1.) Theatrical experimentation
2.) Social Justice
3.) Urban Networking
4.) Environmental Consciousness
4Theatrsakes new and improved version of Macbeth definitely will shake
up your idea of the old Shakespeare that is covered in cobwebs.
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LocationCharles H. Wright MAAH
315 East Warren Ave.
Detroit, MI 48201
United States
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| Dog Friendly: No |
| Non-Smoking: No |
| Wheelchair Accessible: No |
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