The Globe and Mail - “**** out of 4 stars” “the most truly satisfying large scale Macbeth I’ve ever seen” “It’s artistic director Antoni Cimolino’s biggest triumph to date in the Festival Theatre, a staging traditional only in setting, full of fresh faces and ideas.” “taut, thrilling and, at times, terrifying” “Stratford Festival’s triumphant Macbeth is a thrilling terror” 

Toronto Star“ - a bold and brutal take on the Scottish king’s tragic tale that fully embraces the play’s supernatural themes.“some truly chilling surprises” “Krystin Pellerin is a standout as Lady Macbeth” 

The New York Times“ - Ian Lake gives a galvanizing performance as an unusually young and sexually magnetic Macbeth”“the finest production I saw” 

Chicago Tribune - “People were gasping in the dark.”“What a brilliant, terrifying show.” 

Internet Shakespeare Editions“ - Director Antoni Cimolino commands an always expected, seldom fulfilled vibrant, streamlined story of usurpation, guilt, madness and revenge that provoked a quick standing ovation and audience cheers in the Festival Theatre.”“exquisite scene transitions, startling special effects and chilling sound designs” 

Milwaukee-Wisconsin Journal Sentinel“It’s an unforgettable evocation of this perpetually unsettling play.” 

BroadwayWorld“ - Frighteningly great and greatly frightening” “The entire company is phenomenal” “As the titular character, Ian Lake elicits chills … he is a gem in the crown of the Stratford Festival.” “Equally as masterful in her performance, is Krystin Pellerin as Lady Macbeth.” “From beginning to end, Macbeth is riveting. All audiences will enjoy it-from rabid Shakespeare fans, to people new to the theatre. This is a must see...and I might just have to see it again tomorrow...and tomorrow...and tomorrow.”