Fort Worth, October 10, 2025
News Summary
Circle Theatre in Fort Worth is set to close its 44th season with a unique adaptation of Shakespeare’s Macbeth titled ‘Mac Beth.’ This bold reimagining features a teenage cast and explores the themes of ambition and madness. The production runs for several performances, starting with previews in early October. Directed by Sasha Maya Ada, ‘Mac Beth’ promises to merge adolescence with Shakespeare’s classic narrative, inviting the audience to witness an engaging reinterpretation of a timeless tragedy.
Fort Worth — Circle Theatre will close its 44th season with “Mac Beth,” adapted by Erica Schmidt from Shakespeare’s “Macbeth.” The production runs from October 9 through November 1, 2025, and presents a contemporary reimagining that uses a teenage cast to explore ambition and madness.
Overview
Mac Beth is staged as a bold, contemporary reimagining in which seven teenage girls gather in an abandoned lot and engage in a DIY retelling of Shakespeare’s tragedy. As the teenagers conjure characters such as kings, warriors, and witches, the boundaries between their reality and Shakespeare’s dark narrative blur. The adaptation explores themes of ambition and madness through the lens of adolescence.
Production and Creative Team
The production is directed by Sasha Maya Ada, with Libby Hawkins as assistant director and Emily Mordecai as stage manager. The creative team includes Leah Mazur (Scenic Design), Hope Cox (Costume Design), Roma Flowers (Lighting Design), Claudia Jenkins Martinez (Sound Design), Billy Zinser (Set Build & Paint), Kae Styron (Technical Director), Jamie Milligan (Master Electrician), and Reagan Fitzgerald (Production Manager).
Cast
- Savannah Elayyach (Macbeth)
- Zariyah Perry (Lady Macbeth)
- Adia Best (Banquo)
- Allison Marshall (Macduff)
- Liz Honigmann (Witch #1)
- Lauren Teders (Witch #2)
- Janina Jaraczewski (Witch #3)
Schedule and Performances
Preview performances are scheduled for:
October 9 at 7:30 p.m.
October 10 at 8:00 p.m.
October 11 at 3:00 p.m.
An Opening Night Celebration is set for October 11 at 8:00 p.m.
Regular showtimes are Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., Fridays at 8:00 p.m., and Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
Tickets and Box Office
Tickets range from $37 to $55. Tickets can be purchased online at CircleTheatre.com, by phone at 817-877-3040, or at the Circle Theatre box office located at 230 West Fourth Street in Fort Worth. The box office is open Tuesday through Friday from 12–5 p.m. and one hour before showtimes.
Discounts are available for seniors, students, military personnel, KERA members, and groups (excluding previews and opening night). Student rush tickets are available at half price 30 minutes before showtime, subject to availability. School Night performances are held every Thursday, with student and educator tickets priced between $10 and $15.
Critical Reception and Tone
Critics have described the production as “vividly reimagined” and “boldly innovative” in assessments of the adaptation’s approach to Shakespeare’s original text. The staging frames the play through adolescence, placing emphasis on the collapse of distinction between performance and personal identity as the teenagers assume power, fear, and consequence.
Institutional Context
Circle Theatre has been a cornerstone of Fort Worth’s arts community for over 40 years, dedicated to producing contemporary plays that entertain and inspire. The company’s programming tends to favor modern and adapted works that engage local audiences and emerging artists.
Practical Details
- Venue: Circle Theatre, 230 West Fourth Street, Fort Worth
- Run dates: October 9 through November 1, 2025
- Preview dates and times: October 9 at 7:30 p.m.; October 10 at 8:00 p.m.; October 11 at 3:00 p.m.
- Opening Night Celebration: October 11 at 8:00 p.m.
- Ticket price range: $37 to $55
FAQ
What is the title of the production?
Circle Theatre will close its 44th season with “Mac Beth,” adapted by Erica Schmidt from Shakespeare’s “Macbeth.”
When does the production run?
The production runs from October 9 through November 1, 2025.
Who is directing the production?
The production is directed by Sasha Maya Ada, with Libby Hawkins as assistant director and Emily Mordecai as stage manager.
Who is in the principal cast?
The cast includes Savannah Elayyach (Macbeth), Zariyah Perry (Lady Macbeth), Adia Best (Banquo), Allison Marshall (Macduff), Liz Honigmann (Witch #1), Lauren Teders (Witch #2), and Janina Jaraczewski (Witch #3).
When are the preview performances?
Preview performances are scheduled for: October 9 at 7:30 p.m., October 10 at 8:00 p.m., and October 11 at 3:00 p.m.
When is Opening Night?
An Opening Night Celebration is set for October 11 at 8:00 p.m.
What are the regular showtimes?
Regular showtimes are Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., Fridays at 8:00 p.m., and Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets range from $37 to $55.
Where can tickets be purchased?
Tickets can be purchased online at CircleTheatre.com, by phone at 817-877-3040, or at the Circle Theatre box office located at 230 West Fourth Street in Fort Worth.
What are the box office hours?
The box office is open Tuesday through Friday from 12–5 p.m. and one hour before showtimes.
Are there discounts available?
Discounts are available for seniors, students, military personnel, KERA members, and groups (excluding previews and opening night). Student rush tickets are available at half price 30 minutes before showtime, subject to availability. School Night performances are held every Thursday, with student and educator tickets priced between $10 and $15.
What is Circle Theatre’s role in the community?
Circle Theatre has been a cornerstone of Fort Worth’s arts community for over 40 years, dedicated to producing contemporary plays that entertain and inspire.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Title | “Mac Beth” (adapted by Erica Schmidt from Shakespeare’s “Macbeth”) |
| Run Dates | October 9 through November 1, 2025 |
| Director | Sasha Maya Ada |
| Principal Cast | Savannah Elayyach, Zariyah Perry, Adia Best, Allison Marshall, Liz Honigmann, Lauren Teders, Janina Jaraczewski |
| Preview Performances | October 9 at 7:30 p.m.; October 10 at 8:00 p.m.; October 11 at 3:00 p.m. |
| Opening Night | October 11 at 8:00 p.m. |
| Ticket Range | $37 to $55 |
| Box Office | 230 West Fourth Street, Fort Worth — open Tuesday through Friday from 12–5 p.m. and one hour before showtimes |
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- BroadwayWorld: Photos of MAC BETH at Circle Theatre
- Culture Map: Best Weekend Events – October 9
- FWTX: MAC BETH by Erica Schmidt
- Playbill: Circle in the Square Theatre Student to Play Lady Macbeth
- Google Search: Macbeth
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