Word: macbethã
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Another alternative bit of casting alters the role of the preternatural witches. The three Weird Sisters already function as Macbeth??s narrative motor as they prophecize Macbeth??s regal ascension, which he uses to justify his murders in the play’s first half. Later, they tell of Macbeth??s eventual fall, which he misinterprets as predicting the longevity of his reign...
Speaking about the witches, Garber lent legitimacy to Cozzens’ interpretation. “There is a whole train of thought that says the witches are a part of Macbeth??s mind. They are his unconscious,” said Garber. “Othello needs Iago, Macbeth needs the witches and Hamlet needs the ghost.” Hyperion’s production helps physically realize that necessity as the witches serve as murderers and messengers...
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