Make Shakespeare feel less daunting by giving students the opportunity to connect with the big themes and ideas in Macbeth before experiencing the play as it was intended: as a performance. Guided cold-watch questions encourage students to engage with the story, characters and theatrical choices before they begin analysing the text.

This introduction lesson includes:

• GCSE English course overview

• Editable curriculum overview

• Discussion activities exploring relatable ideas and themes

• Introduction to the key themes in Macbeth

• Exploration of theatrical elements and their purpose

• Guided questions for a cold watch of the play