"WHEN shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning..." - but hopefully, not rain!

That is what preys on the minds of Abberley Hall School students as they grapple with directing and producing Shakespeare's most murderous play, Macbeth.

The team of eight have begun to design and make the costumes, build the stage in the idyllic grounds surrounding their school and record the numerous soundtracks to enhance their version of an outdoor Macbeth.

The school produces regular plays and musicals for all ages - but it has never before attempted such an ambitious feat.

The whole of Abberley's final year group of 36 will be involved with the July 8 production and are spending six hours a week in preparation.

The production will be staged in the school grounds for parents, guests and staff. It will not be open to the public.