The Tragedy of Macbeth: Plot Summary. Macbeth: Plot Summary (Acts 1 and 2) Act 1, Scene 1 Amidst thunder and lightning, three witches meet to plan their encounter with Macbeth, a Scottish general and the Thane of Glamis.
They agree to gather again at twilight upon a heath that Macbeth will cross on his way home from battle. Act 1, Scene 2King Duncan of the Scots awaits news of the battle between his men and the rebels led by the Thane of Cawdor. The King and his sons, Malcolm and Donalbain, meet a soldier who is weak and bleeding. MacBeth - Trajedy or Satire? Macbeth.