Macbeth endures because it explores primal themes—ambition, power, and madness—which reflect humanity’s raw, animalistic instincts. My set design brings these themes to life by transporting the story into an animalistic world, where the environment mirrors the characters’ psychological struggles.

The set features jagged black rock layers and paper-like white curves above, symbolizing the cave ceiling—Macbeth’s "lair." This layered environment reflects his entrapment beneath the weight of ambition, with the harsh black rock evoking a brutal landscape and the flowing white panel adding a sense of instability. A revolving mechanism beneath the rocks allows the set to shift, forming connecting or asymmetrical peaks, subtly representing shifting power dynamics between characters.

The sharp contrast between the black rocks and white panel reinforces the moral and psychological tension central to the play. These elements mirror the temptations that surround Macbeth, driving him deeper into moral darkness and ultimately, his downfall.

Lighting centres on the white wave-like panel, serving as both the lair’s ceiling and the sky in outdoor scenes. Kept white, the panel interacts with dynamic lighting, creating gradients that reflect characters’ psychological turmoil.

Early scenes feature soft, natural tones, but as Macbeth spirals into madness, lighting grows fragmented, casting shadows and eerie glows to suggest supernatural forces. The black rock layers are illuminated with intense reds and purples during violent moments, contrasting with the ethereal light above, capturing the tension between reality and the supernatural.

The interplay of rotating rock layers and shifting light creates a metaphor for Macbeth’s internal and external chaos, immersing the audience in his tragic descent.