The pupils who got to see the play are studying Macbeth as part of the curriculum and their teachers said they found it extremely beneficial to see a performance of the text they have been looking at in their classes. 

Thank you so much for the amazing performance of Macbeth,” 

said Head of English at Ealing Fields High School Emily Jayakrishna. 

We have many pupils who do not go to see plays so you have made an enrichment opportunity equitable for all. Our students told us they really enjoyed it, particularly the fight scenes.” 

Emma, Head of English at Brentford School for Girls, commented:

It was such a fabulous production, and the girls really enjoyed it. We really appreciate you coming in. Many thanks.” 

UWL's Head of Subject for Performing Arts Dr Gavin Baker said:

These students have done an amazing job bringing one of the most famous tragedies to life in schools! 

Their ability to make complex literature exciting and understandable is truly impressive. This experience will boost their creativity and give them valuable skills for their future careers.” 

Elizabeth, a student on the course, commented:

I enjoyed working with our brilliant director Sam as a full ensemble. The two classes had never done a full play together, let alone Shakespeare, so we all relished the challenge. 

Performing it in schools was daunting but a valuable experience. The students upped the energy in the room and kept us on our toes. 

Characters like Macbeth are as complex and brilliant as any modern role and breathing life into them is made more rewarding because of the effort it takes to unpick the language. I learned that I love using stage blood... and there is a lot in Macbeth!” 

Another acting student, Zane Salmani, said: 

I enjoyed being treated like a professional while working on these performances. It was so satisfying to give input on both the creative and practical sides of crafting a show. The schools treated us like proper performers. 

I learned a sense of true collaboration: there were around thirty of us in total including those behind the scenes, so we had to be vocal and communicate well to make the shows successful.” 

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