Plain Dealing Villains

by Emily C. A. Snyder

Don John from "Much Ado" approaches Macbeth about the best ways to...usurp a prince. A short exploration of power dynamics.

Don John from "Much Ado" approaches Macbeth about the best ways to...usurp a prince. A short exploration of power dynamics.

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Plain Dealing Villains

Character Information

This is a play for two people. Although both are derived from male Shakespearean characters, they may be played by any actor who resonates with the role.
  • Macbeth
    The usurping King of Scotland. After the Banquet scene, and seeing the Ghost of Banquo. A little mad.
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s,
      40s,
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+
  • Don John
    The bastard brother of Don Pedro from "Much Ado About Nothing." Don John may be arriving in Macbeth's court before, during, or after the events of that play.
    Can be played by:
    • Actor Age
      20s,
      30s,
      40s,
      50s,
      60s,
      70s+