Act 2 scene 2
As Macbeth leaves the hall, Lady Macbeth enters confidently remarking on her boldness. She is wearing a long black dress that drag elegantly along the floor. There will be a purple spotlight on Lady Macbeth to show nerves. The light will be following her as she walks around the room. The scenery will be a large hall with tables on the side and a few chairs along the wall. There will also be a chandelier to brighten up the room. Macbeth emerges; his hand will be covered in blood (red paint).
Badly shaken, he will look around whilst talking to Lady Macbeth about the Malcolm and Donalbain. Lady Macbeth will then shake her head disappointingly as she speaks. Her facial expression will change from worried to angry as she looks at Macbeth’s hands and realises he did not leave the daggers with the guards. As he refuses to take them back, she snatches them out of his hand and storms out of the room. A mysterious portentous knocking sound frightens Macbeth. He talks to himself worryingly, looking at his hands and rubbing them. As he does this, the music will become tense.
When Lady Macbeth re-enters, her hands are now the same colour as Macbeth’s. She looks disgusted at Macbeth and he lowers his head. The knocking returns twice more, making Lady Macbeth and Macbeth frightened. Macbeth is still shocked and has not stopped rubbing his hands; he looks at both of their hands and he starts to panic. Lady Macbeth tries to reassure Macbeth by talking to him calmly. She takes his hand and exit. The light dims until it is eventually completely turned off. The music continues while the light dims and get slightly louder- it will only fade when the following scene begins.
Act 5 scene 3
Macbeth will be in another room in Dunsinane castle. The room will be a neutral colour with dark oak furniture. The room is brightly lit with many different lamps and torches at the door. Macbeth will sit on a large chair with a glass of red wine in his hand. Music will be playing and will create a relaxed mood for the audience. When the servant enters, he will be walking at a slow pace. At this time Macbeth stands up and they both walk towards each other.
When the servant tells him the news, his voice will be shaky and he will be looking at his feet. Macbeth will laugh hysterically and will mock the servant while walking around him. Macbeth’s mood will then change to demanding and will start sending orders to other servants. He asks for the armour as the doctor enters. Macbeth pleads the doctor to cure his wife and his facial expression will turn humble and innocent.
While Macbeth repeats the witches’ prophecies; he will be pacing up and down, then stop to pour another glass of wine. He continues to repeat the prophecies but as a mime. This is when the doctor will say that he wants to leave. He will mime because the doctor will be speaking to the audience; as if he was speaking personally to them. This includes them and will create slight humour.
Act 5 scene 4
Malcolm and the Scottish thanes along with Siward and his son approach with their large army. Macduff is leading them across the mud closely followed by Malcolm and Donalbain. They will be wearing armour. There will only be slight lighting as the scene is set outside at night. When Malcolm orders the men to each cut a bough from the forest trees and use it to disguise themselves he will say it confidently but respectfully. This is so he maintains the role of the hero.
The lords have learned from reports that Macbeth remains at Dunsinane and that his troops have dwindled because many of the men have revolted. Macduff will be happy to hear the news and continue to cut down boughs for the army. They soldiers are confident and are riding high on their horses and walking boldly.
Malcolm and the lords are optimistic that Macbeth will be defeated, and will start to cheer; but they want to hold off on boasts until the battle has been won for certain. Siward tells Malcolm that Macduff will wait for their arrival; he will say this while he is laughing as he knows that he will be defeated. Macduff and Donalbain join in with the laughter and so does the rest of the army.
Act 5 scene 5
Macbeth will be in the same room as in act 5 scene 3. There will be some servants and soldiers standing at the back of the room. He will be strolling over confidently with his hands on hips. Before Seyton enters; he will pick up another glass of wine and gulp it down. When Macbeth says “I have almost forgotten the taste of fears”, he says this boastfully as if he is joking. The soldiers begin to laugh along with him. There will be a scream form the queen and the laughter will stop. He finds out the Queen has died and will sit on a chair slowly and reflects on what has happened.
He will then walk to the front of the stage. His tone will change from sad to bitter as he is furious. Although the guards are on stage he will be talking as if it was a soliloquy. The messenger will then tell Macbeth that the wood moved and Macbeth’s turns furious. He threatens the messenger whilst waving his arms around frantically. He snaps out of it when he says “arm, arm and out”. To show he is talking to he will turn around and walk back towards them.
He will start to talk to himself again when he says “there is nor flying here. I gin to be aweary of the sun”. He will be talking reflectively, going over everything that has and is happening. His last two lines are to be said fiercely as he is trying to impress the soldiers and servants. Macbeth will leave to prepare for battle and will not look at his men; and he will stomp his feet to look superior. The soldiers and servants will starts cheering and follow him off. Seyton is left in the room on his own. He will stay silent for a few seconds and will not look convinced. He will put his head in his hands and shake his head; he will sigh then slowly walk off.
