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Why theatre superstition forbids saying "Macbeth" aloud
Original: Why can’t you say “Macbeth” in a Theatre? Lifting the lid on the lore
Western Washington University has published an explainer on one of theatre's most enduring superstitions: performers avoid saying "Macbeth" inside a theatre, instead calling it "the Scottish Play". The piece lifts the lid on the lore behind the taboo, which legend says brings bad luck or curses to productions. The superstition remains widely observed in acting circles, even among those who do not believe it.
Why now: Theatre lore and superstitions keep drawing curiosity, especially around Shakespeare's so-called cursed play.
MacbethWestern Washington UniversityWilliam Shakespeare
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