Doctor Faustus - Live at Shakespeare's Globe

Overview

Christopher Marlowe's iconic play, Doctor Faustus, explores the dark consequences of a man’s pact with the Devil. In this groundbreaking staging at Shakespeare's Globe, Faustus, portrayed by Paul Hilton, grapples with his insatiable ambition for power and knowledge, leading to a perilous bargain with Mephistopheles, played with wit by Arthur Darvill. The production, directed by Matthew Dunster, showcases a series of captivating magical feats that enhance the chilling narrative. As Faustus spirals into despair, the performance brilliantly captures the timeless struggle between ambition and morality.