In Act 1 Scene 3 the modern tragic formula is emphasized by the special effects, characters, and props that are used. These three dramatic aspects of the play display the witches as true magical beings that are capable of destroying Macbeth. In Act 1 Scene 3 the modern tragic formula is highlighted by the special effects that are used. The smoke and fog that arise as the witches first appear portrays them as evil and mysterious creatures. Also, as …showed first 75 words of 1144 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1144 total…witch characters verify that they are a part of an all powerful, tragic universe that will destroy Macbeth externally. In conclusion, Act 1 Scene 3 proves that the modern tragic formula is being used. The witches that represent characters from an all powerful universe, the props that accentuate the outcome of the play, and the special effects that reinforce the fearful idea that Macbeth is struggling ineffectively within, and is destroyed by an all powerful tragic universe.