‘As good as any RSC I’ve seen previously. Was enthralled throughout.’ Romeo and Juliet – Goodnestone, 2021 

Director – Robert Shaw Cameron 

Designer – Jessica Curtis  

Producers – Bobby Delaney and Laura Matthews  

The Dukes Theatre Company’s production of Macbeth offers a dynamic reimagining of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy. Known for their bold and innovative interpretations, the company brings a contemporary edge to the dark tale of ambition, murder, and madness. With a strong focus on the psychological unravelling of the protagonists director Robert Shaw Cameron (Coronation Street, Regents Park Open Air Theatre, Sheffield Crucible) and designer Jessica Curtis (Hampstead Theatre, Almeida Theatre, Royal National Theatre) create this production with a cast of six industry leading actors.  

Macbeth is a timeless tragedy that delves into the corrosive effects of unchecked ambition. The play follows the tragic downfall of Macbeth, a loyal warrior. On his return from war, three witches offer Macbeth the prospect of ultimate control when they prophesise that he will become Thane of Cawdor and then King of Scotland. Desperate for a new future, he and his wife set out to make it a reality by unleashing a devastating chain of events using any means necessary to hold on to power as the world collapses around them.  

‘Sold out?? Of course it’s sold out – it’s terrific!’ Twelfth Night – Brighton, 2023 

‘The humour, (especially the humour) is impeccably presented.’ Hastings Independent 

Unallocated Adult Ticket

£23.25

*Please contact the box office, we can reserve tickets for you while you organise your group.

Please Note: Ticket prices have remained at 2024 prices. We have however embedded the booking fee for the first time.

Chiddingstone Castle North Lawn

Come prepared for the weather in this uncovered, stunningly beautiful venue. 

You can bring your own seats, beanbags, rugs etc. along with your picnic. Choose where you would like to sit when you arrive, you will view the performance from there whilst enjoying your picnic (if you can save pudding until then). If you are considering making a day of it the castle opening hours are 11am – 5pm (last entry 4:15pm). For our evening performance you are welcome to stay in the gardens once the castle closes but please note there is no protection available from the elements. 

Please note: umbrellas are welcome if required, gazebo’s are not. 

About Chiddingstone Castle   

Chiddingstone Castle is nestled in the heart of the Kentish countryside, surrounded by beautiful grounds and filled with extraordinary treasures. Turn your theatre trip into a full day out by visiting the historic house first and discover its fascinating stories. There is also a quintessentially British tea room with plenty of traditional homemade goodies to choose from if you wanted to enjoy lunch before the performance. 

The castle has Tudor origins, Victorian rooms and was remodelled in the 19th century to resemble a medieval castle. It has been owned and lived in by an eclectic mix of people: the Streatfeild family, Lord Astor, military forces during WWII, Long Dene School and the last owner, Denys Eyre Bower. 

Denys Eyre Bower (1905-1977) was a gifted collector, devoting his life to finding fascinating objects and works of art. He bought Chiddingstone Castle in 1955 to home his collections of Ancient Egyptian, Japanese, Jacobite and Stuart, and Buddhist objects. These worldwide treasures can be found on display to this day thanks to the private charitable trust that was set up after his death in 1977. 

The Chiddingstone Castle team endeavour to help bring the stories of the artefacts, Denys and the castle history to life as well as maintaining the grounds and running events to attract a wide audience of visitors.