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In the middle of a storm, the three witches have gathered together. They set up the gloomy, tragic tone of the play as they agree to meet again again when the time is right. They have a plan to meet Macbeth when the time is right during the battle to deliver their prophecies about his future. The witches can be portrayed in numerous characters, ages, and portrayals, depending on the setting of the play.
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Thunder and lightning. Enter three Witches
First Witch
When shall we three meet again
In thunder, lightning, or in rain?
Second Witch
When the hurlyburly's done,
When the battle's lost and won.
Third Witch
That will be ere the set of sun.
First Witch
Where the place?
Second Witch
Upon the heath.
Third Witch
There to meet with Macbeth.
First Witch
I come, Graymalkin!
Second Witch
Paddock calls.
Third Witch
Anon.
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Fair is foul, and foul is fair:
Hover through the fog and filthy air
Shakespeare, William, Macbeth, Act 1, Scene 1.
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