The 2025 National Production Company proudly presents an incredibly talented cast for our latest tour of Macbeth. Get to know each actor, their experience, and their past performances.
Tom Forrest
2025 Roles: Macbeth in Macbeth and Hamlet in Hamlet
Tom trained at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and has performed in a variety of roles with the National Production Company, including A Midsummer Night’s Dream and Terry Deary’s True Ghost Stories.
Spotlight: Tom Forrest
Liz Blake
2025 Roles: Lady Macbeth in Macbeth
Liz is a seasoned creative, balancing performing, writing, and directing. From historical reenactments to contemporary productions, she has captivated audiences in shows like Noises Off (Northern Comedy Theatre) and Road (Citadel Arts).
Spotlight: Liz Blake
Zack Hill
2025 Roles: Banquo, Understudy for Macduff in Macbeth
Zack is a proud Yorkshireman and an experienced stage actor having trained at Cumbria Institute of the Arts. His credits include Me and My Girl and 1984. Zack also works as a senior stage crew member at the Royal Shakespeare Company.
Tom Terrance
2025 Roles: Malcolm in Macbeth
A recent graduate of The London College of Music, Tom is returning to the National Production Company to reprise his role as Malcolm. Tom also performed in It’s a Wonderful Life this past Christmas.
Richard Howell
2025 Roles: Duncan, Porter, and Siward in Macbeth
With over 30 years of experience, Richard has performed in a range of productions from Romeo and Juliet to Dial M for Murder. He also brings expertise as a lecturer and a background in Physical Theatre, Commedia Dell’arte, and more.
Vicky Holding
2025 Roles: Ross, Understudy for Lady Macbeth, Witches, and Malcolm in Macbeth
Vicky brings a versatile skill set to the National Production Company, having performed in Cats, Merrily We Roll Along, and numerous voiceover projects. She also manages and performs in events nationwide.
Lauren Allison
2025 Roles: Witch, Son of Macduff, Gentlewoman in Macbeth
Lauren is a graduate of the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire. Her recent credits include The Phantom of the Opera and Mischief in the Workshop.
Danielle Horton
2025 Roles: Witch, Fleance and Seyton in Macbeth
Danielle is a recent graduate from East 15, specializing in physical theatre and aerial performance. Her recent work includes Requiem for Change with The David Glass Ensemble.
Spotlight: Danielle Horton
James Tanton
2025 Roles: Understudy for Macbeth, Banquo, and Duncan in Macbeth
James has a wealth of experience across stage and screen. His recent theatre credits include Terry Deary’s Twisted Tales, The Bench, Private Peaceful, and Jekyll and Hyde. Notably, James has performed in The Phantom of the Opera, Sweeney Todd, and Henry V with Tread the Boards Theatre Company.
Spotlight: James Tanton
Jim Kelly
2025 Roles: Understudy for Ross, Duncan, Porter, and Siward in Macbeth
Jim is a graduate of Birmingham Theatre School and a seasoned performer. His credits span classics like Macbeth, A Clockwork Orange, and independent films such as Losing Innocence.
With such a talented and versatile cast, the 2025 National Production Company’s Macbeth promises to be an unforgettable theatrical experience. Each actor brings a wealth of experience, unique skills, and passion to their roles, ensuring a dynamic and engaging performance.
Whether you’re drawn by the powerful portrayal of Macbeth and Lady Macbeth, the haunting presence of the witches, or the compelling stories of the supporting characters, this production is set to captivate audiences and bring Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy to life.
Be sure to catch this phenomenal cast in action—Macbeth is a story of ambition, betrayal, and fate that you won’t want to miss.