Macbeth Hamilton includes a direct reference to Macbeth, and it's clear that the similarities are intentional. Shakespeare's famous tragedy follows an ambitious upstart whose pride and ambition lead to betrayal and his own downfall — sound a little familiar? You can watch a 2010 production starring Patrick Stewart for a look at how a top-notch modern actor handles this iconic role. Watch Macbeth on BroadwayHD. Image Source: Getty / Martin Doyle