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Anthony Mackie Plays Macbeth On Broadway
Anthony Mackie returns to Broadway after 16 years to star in Shakespeare's Macbeth.
In brief
Anthony Mackie returns to Broadway after 16 years to star in Shakespeare's Macbeth. Anthony Mackie will play Macbeth on Broadway starting spring 2027 after a 16-year theater absence. Originally reported by Deadline.
Anthony Mackie returns to Broadway
Anthony Mackie will return to Broadway to play William Shakespeare's Macbeth after a 16-year absence from theater.
Mackie plays Macbeth in 2027
Mackie will take on the role starting spring 2027, after 16 years away from the boards.
Shakespeare's Macbeth role
Mackie will play the Thane of Cawdor, a tragic Scottish general in Shakespeare's Macbeth.
Max Webster directs
Max Webster, a Tony and Olivier Award-nominated director, will stage the production.
London production history
The production began at the Donmar Warehouse Theatre in London in late 2023 with David Tennant and Cush Jumbo.
West End transfer
The show later moved to the Harold Pinter Theatre in London for an 11-week sold-out run.
At a glance
Anthony Mackie will play Macbeth on Broadway starting spring 2027 after a 16-year theater absence.
