Backstage Banter & Big Drama: ‘macbitches’ at convergence-continuum

‘macbitches’ at convergence-continuum takes a fiercely funny stab at modern theater’s dark side, served up in Tremont through August 15, 2026.

Step aside, traditional dinner theater—Tremont’s convergence-continuum is serving up more than your average backstage drama. With its latest production, ‘macbitches,’ the black box mainstay pulls the curtains back for a no-holds-barred glimpse at what happens when ambition, gender, and a little too much pinot collide.

The Plot Thickens Behind the Curtain

This isn’t your high school English teacher’s Macbeth remix. ‘macbitches’ follows a group of young women, all theater majors, as they battle for the role of Lady Macbeth (and, let’s be honest, for the status that comes with it). When freshman Hailey lands the part, the claws—and cocktails—come out. What starts as a celebration quickly turns into a combative confessional, as the women dissect both themselves and the industry’s less savory side.

Where and When You Can Catch ‘macbitches’

The show runs at the ever-adventurous convergence-continuum through August 15, 2026. The theatre, tucked away at 2438 Scranton Road in the heart of Tremont, has reimagined its intimate black box space:

Audiences walk directly through the set to get to their seats—no orchestra pit or plush lobby here.
Tiered seating brings you face-to-face with the action.
Classic backstage elements like ghost lights and rehearsal cubes transform the stage into a believable college apartment and rehearsal space in one.

Why This Play Packs a Punch

At first glance, it’s about actors vying for Shakespeare’s most infamous femme fatale role. But ‘macbitches’ digs deep into the systemic pressures that turn peers into cutthroat competitors. If you’re up for:

Sharp banter and biting observations
Honest talk about the limitations and misogyny baked into the theater world
The uneasy hilarity of ambition with a dark edge

You’ll leave with plenty to chew on (no stage blood necessary).

Meet the Standout Cast

This intimate ensemble shines, each actor nailing a distinct personality:

Madeline Golya: A convincingly naive yet oddly assured Hailey
Madeline Jarosz: Rachel, the icy senior whose queen bee status is threatened
Abbey Marshall: Lexi, the sharp-tongued sidekick brimming with loyalty
Lorna Patterson: Cam, the dry-witted junior masking deeper struggles
Hannah Rutkowski: Piper, the sweet outsider seeking her place

Director Kate Smith keeps the tension sizzling to the very end—even those with no drama degree will find the cast’s chemistry worth the ticket.

A Set with Attitude (and Black Boxes)

No need for Broadway spectacle—this production delivers big ambiance with minimal frills:

Set pieces are those familiar, multipurpose black stage cubes, draped in appropriately messy fashion
Lighting pivots on a dime, shifting the mood without showboating
Costumes subtly cue you into each character’s motives and background without ever distracting from the action

If you’re a theater junkie, the in-jokes and authentic staging will have you grinning. Even casual playgoers will appreciate the lack of pretense and the pure tension hanging in the air.

How to See It (and Why You Should)

Ready to toast to high ambition and low blows on stage? Grab tickets before August 15. convergence-continuum sits right in Tremont—perfect for pairing your evening with post-show drinks at a local haunt. Be warned: once those blackout curtains close, exits aren’t so obvious—much like the emotional traps these characters fall into. (No worries, safety stewards are on hand.)

‘macbitches’ exposes the deliciously dark underbelly of Cleveland’s theater world. If you crave sharp dialogue, honest stories, and a look at the thespian struggle off-stage and on, catch it before the final bow. Just don’t try to audition for Lady Macbeth on your way out.