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WitchTok: A Play for Schools and Youth Theatre What happens when Shakespeare's darkest tragedy meets TikTok? WitchTok is a sharp, funny, and haunting modern retelling of Macbeth, written as a full play script for schools and youth theatre groups. Perfect for drama classes, GCSE/secondary performances, or youth theatre productions, this adaptation brings Shakespeare's themes of ambition, power, and downfall into today's world of influencers and viral fame. The story follows Mac, a frustrated teen content creator desperate to go viral. During a late-night livestream, he encounters three mysterious goth girls - the Witches of WitchTok - who predict he'll become the biggest star on the platform. Spurred on by his ambitious girlfriend, Lady M, Mac dives into shady tactics, sabotage, and obsession to climb to the top. But with fame comes paranoia, glitchy visions, and the looming threat of cancel culture. With: Relatable, modern dialogue teens will enjoy performing Flexible casting options for large or small groups Minimal set needs (easily staged in classrooms or theatres) A mix of dark comedy, satire, and supernatural suspense WitchTok gives young performers the chance to explore Shakespeare's timeless themes in a way that feels fresh, accessible, and unforgettable. Bring the witches, ambition, and tragedy of Macbeth to your stage - but this time, the curse is the algorithm

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