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May 2025
Macbeth on Roblox: What if Shakespeare Met the Metaverse?
We all know the drill. The kids are on Roblox, building intricate worlds, embarking on daring quests, and connecting with friends in ways that seem entirely foreign to us. It’s screen time, yes, but it’s also a powerful platform for creativity and engagement. But what if we could bridge that passion for the metaverse with something… more?
For years, Singapore Repertory Theatre (SRT) has captivated audiences with unforgettable storytelling, most notably through their iconic Shakespeare in the Park productions. These large-scale productions under the stars draw tens of thousands, bringing the Bard’s works to electrifying life.
This year, as they recreate the timeless tragedy of Macbeth amidst the greenery of Fort Canning Park, SRT is venturing into uncharted territory, meeting your children where they already are — in the heart of the metaverse.
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Become Macbeth in the Metaverse
Imagine stepping inside the mind of the Thane of Glamis — a.k.a. Lord Macbeth, navigating the fateful encounters that seal his destiny, and grappling with the consequences of his choices firsthand.
From 7 May 2025, a unique opportunity awaits within the popular digital realm of Roblox. In collaboration with Metakey and MeshMinds as part of the National Arts Council’s Project Arts Metaverse, SRT invites students and gamers alike to embark on an immersive adventure inspired by its 2025 production of Shakespeare in the Park – Macbeth.
Envision a stylised, atmospheric world where the tension of Shakespeare’s gripping tragedy unfolds around you. This Macbeth on Roblox experience is a sci-fi rendition that invites players to roleplay as Macbeth.
Picture this: instead of just hearing about Dunsinane Castle, your child could explore a digital rendering of it. Rather than simply reading the witches’ prophecies, they could encounter them in a dynamic, interactive environment.
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Bridging Stage and Screen
This isn’t about replacing books or live theatre. It’s about offering a new entry point into a story that explores universal themes of ambition, power, and consequence — themes that resonate across centuries, cultures, and even within the digital worlds your children inhabit. It is a chance to see classic literature through a digital lens, making it more relatable and engaging for a generation that’s grown up with interactive media.
Just as actors bring Shakespeare’s words to life on stage, Macbeth on Roblox offers a different kind of immersion. It presents an innovative gateway to the world of the classic play. For the hundreds of thousands of Singaporean teens already on Roblox, it’s also a way to connect with Shakespeare in a format they understand and enjoy.
What’s more, the game is designed with the Ministry of Education’s learning outcomes for Literature in English in mind. So, it could be a surprisingly valuable tool for students to form a deeper understanding and appreciation for Shakespearean works and literature in general.
Ready to dive in? Macbeth on Roblox is now live — let your kids experience the Bard like never before.
The stage is no longer the only space where stories unfold. Sometimes, they take on new dimensions, inviting us to explore them in unexpected ways.
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Shakespeare in the Park – Macbeth
P.S. This Roblox experience will perhaps even enrich your encounter with SRT’s live performance of Macbeth in Fort Canning Park. Recommended for grownups and children 7 years and up, this year’s Shakespeare in the Park production promises to be a breathtaking spectacle. Directed by Guy Unsworth, this ambitious reimagining of the epic tragedy blends brilliant acting with atmospheric music, clever puppetry, and stunning visuals. Besides, after spending some time as Macbeth in Roblox, you and your kids won’t be able to resist!
SRT’s Shakespeare in the Park – Macbeth runs from 7 May to 1 June 2025. Get your tickets here.
This feature is proudly staged in the digital world with Singapore Repertory Theatre.
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