For The Schools | 1: Macbeth – The Rise to Power

Macbeth

The first part of a 1958 TV version of Shakespeare's classic tragedy play, adapted for schools.

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  • Type: Plays
  • Channel: BBC TV
  • Duration: 35'33''
  • Broadcast date: 1958
Usage

UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

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