Gruoch: The Lady Macbeth

A feminist, myth-centred examination of Lady Macbeth...

Gruoch is a feminist, myth-centred examination of the bereaved and abused girl who became Lady Macbeth as an act of revenge for the death of her father.

She did indeed manipulate Macbeth to kill Duncan, but not through vaulting ambition… this “icon of evil” may be the power behind the throne, but as the only woman left alive, her power is used to avenge.

A new solo performance, written by David Calcutt and performed by award-winning actor Caroline Burns Cooke. 

Nominated Best Actress and Best Show Buxton Fringe 2024 

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“Intense physicality and emotional turmoil permeate Cooke’s performance that is full of the inner strength, tinged with an element of madness.”
-Broadway Baby

“With classically trained polish, Caroline Burns Cooke portrays Lady Macbeth as an older woman looking back to a time when, as a child, she witnesses something horrific happen to her father and vows to have revenge.”
– The Scotsman

“A true tour de force. Caroline Burns Cooke is amazing. The writing and imagery is amazing. Stunning!”
– Charlotte, Edinburgh Audience Member

“Best thing I’ve seen at the Fringe. Caroline Cooke’s performance in this Lady Macbeth back story is a tour de force.” 
– Maurice, Edinburgh Audience Member