When Romeo and Juliet first got announced in January 2024, I was excited. But not as excited as I was when I came out of the theatre wanting to see it again and again.
Creativity at its finest, the Belgrade Theatre does it again with its brand-new production of Romeo and Juliet. Fused with rap, R&B and gospel tones, this brand-new adaptation is Shakespeares greatest – the love story of two star cross lovers from rival houses who won’t stop at anything for them to be together.
From the moment you step into the theatre the building is transformed into Verona with graffiti on the pillars, voting booths and ensemble pacing around the foyer encouraging you to exercise your rights, what for? When you walk into the auditorium you’re met with a QR code and when you vote for the Montagues or the Capulets to rule Verona, it influences how the show goes…
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