ABOUT THE ORIGINAL PLAYS…
Romeo and Juliet
Romeo and Juliet is about two star-crossed lovers in the depths of forbidden love despite an ancient family feud. When Juliet meets Romeo Montague, the son of the Capulet's rival family, her heart instantly becomes his. Juliet however does not take the advice she is given about staying away form Romeo, and the two are soon married. Juliet thinks of no one but herself, always putting her needs and wants before everyone else. She dies after her husband kills himself.
Hamlet
Hamlet’s dad is killed by his brother, Hamlet finds out and wants to avenge his death. His madness affects everyone and changes the story.
Polonius’ daughter, she is a kind and sweet girl and people instantly like her. She is submissive and innocent. She lucks the confidence to speak up for herself. Ophelia has a need for Hamlet in her live in order to keep her sane and dies after he leaves her.
Macbeth
Macbeth and Banquo are met by three strange witches. Macbeth is told that, he will become king. The rest of the play follows a once loyal soldier (Macbeth) into the depths of darkness and despair as he seeks the crown regardless of the consequences. (Lady Macbeth) Macbeth’s wife, she is a powerful, manipulating and devious lady. She is quite intelligent and a quick thinker.
Lady Macbeth only does what she feels right for both, her and her husband. She needs Macbeth´s attention in order to keep sane and happy. That’s why when he emotionally abandons her, she commits suicide.