B. A. D. Macbeth (a Bloody Audio Drama): Recent Episodes
Vassar College Merely Players
Modeled after the classic adventure, war, and mystery radio serials of the early/mid 1900s, Merely Players is proud to announce “The Bloody Audio Drama of Macbeth” (or, B.A.D. Macbeth): a radio play set in the turmoil of the early 20th century. The episodic nature of this adaptation of the play creates a nostalgic ambiance that aims to transport listeners into the high-stakes drama of Shakespeare’s iconic play in a COVID-friendly manner, while styling it in the form of early audio dramas.
The long awaited final chapter arrives, and so too do the armies of England arrive at Macbeth’s doorstep.
In this penultimate chapter, the Witches return to offer King Macbeth some final words of advice. Keep listening as the end begins…
In the third chapter, the newly crowned Macbeth will do anything to stay in power. Tune in to find out just how far he will go.
In this second chapter, Macbeth ventures into a wider world of darkness, and Scotland will never be the same. We’re only just beginning.
In this first chapter of the Scottish Play, the hands of fate turn the radio dial and tune us in to the early exploits of Macbeth. Listen closely, watch your step, and don't change that channel.