Details

In a story inspired by Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, Noughts and Crosses challenges our perceptions of race, power and truth as it dramatises the thrilling love story of Sephy and Callum, two young people kept apart by bigotry, terrorism and injustice. Sephy, a Prime Minister's daughter from the powerful Crosses, falls for rebel Callum, son of a dangerous Nought agitator. Their desire to be together threatens family loyalties and sparks a growing political crisis. This production may not be suitable for young children. Running time approx. 2 hours 35 mins including interval.

Cast/Performers

Ony Uhiara (Sephy), Richard Madden (Callum), Jo Martin (Jasmine), Michelle Butterly (Meggie), Tyrone Huggins, Charles Abomeli (Jack / Mr Pinguile / Executioner), Davinia Anderson (Dionne / Journalist), Doreen Blackstock (Kelani Adams / Governor / Lola), Daniel Bowers (Peter / Protester / Elderly Man), Louise Callaghan (Lynette / Leila), Christopher Daley (Colin / Morgan), Tracy Ifeachor (Minerva), Phil McKee (Ryan), Jenny Ogilvie (Sarah Pike / Shania), Clarence Smith (Reporter / Policemen / Stanhope), Freddy White (Jude), Tyrone Huggins (Kamal / Mr Corser)

Creatives/Company

Book by: Malorie Blackman
Adapted by: Dominic Cooke
Producer: Royal Shakespeare Theatre
Director(s): Dominic Cooke, Liz Ranken (movement), Terry King (fights)
Design: Kandis Cook
Sound: Christopher Shutt
Lighting: Wolfgang Gobbel
Music: Gary Yershon