Details

The story of frustrated young (illegally young in modern terms) love and death and the vendetta between two families in a tight-knit Italian community. One of Shakespeare's most popular and enduring dramas it has also been re-done as film, ballet, musical (most notably "West Side Story") and ice spectacular! Relocating Shakespeare's classic from fair Verona to 1880s Liverpool, Trisha Duffy's adaptation of Romeo & Juliet explores the destructive impact of religious sectarianism close to home. In this adaptation, two star-crossed lovers are caught between their feuding noble families, the Catholic Montagues and Protestant Capulets, resulting in tragic consequences. Passionate young love and the destructive impact of divided communities are prominent themes in this fresh adaptation of what is widely regarded as the greatest love story of all time.

Cast/Performers

Faye Griffiths (Juliet), James Ledsham (Romeo), James Templeton (Samson / Balthazar), Fra Gunn (Mr Montague), Sharon Byatt (Mrs Capulet), Chloe Taylor (Nurse), John Schumacher (Mr Capulet), Lucy Litchfield (Mrs Montauge), Lenny Wood (Mercutio), Nick Wymer (Friar Lawrence), Tim Lucas (Benvolio / The Watchman), Sam Donovan (The Apothecary), Neville Cann (Chief of Police)

Creatives/Company

Author: Shakespeare
Producer: Daniel Taylor Productions
Director: Daniel Taylor