The 2016-2017 Theatre Season at Missouri Western State University continues with William Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” Feb. 24 through March 4 in Potter Hall. Performances are scheduled at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 24 and 25 and March 2, 3 and 4, with a Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. Feb. 26.

In Shakespeare’s famous “Scottish play,” Macbeth murders King Duncan and takes the throne for himself after receiving a prophecy from a trio of witches that he will become King of Scotland.

Tickets are $12 for adults, $10 for faculty and staff, and $6 for students. Missouri Western students are admitted for free with valid ID.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit mwsutix.com or call the box office at 816-271-4452.

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