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! A musical adaptation of the classic love story. Children as young as 8 can enjoy this story which is an ideal introduction to Shakespeare and a perfect production to visit as part of Literacy Hour in the National Curriculum.

Cast/Performers

Alan Freestone (Romeo), Natalie Wilcox (Juliet), Luke Baxter (Prince/Paris), Ed Gower (Benvolio/Balthazar), Jeremy Worsnip (Mercutio), Terry Ashe (Lord Montague), John Herriman (Lord Capulet), Lisa Williams (Lady Capulet), Alison Breminer (Nurse), Mark Bodicoat (Tybalt), Colin Hill (Friar Lawrence)

Creatives/Company

Author: Shakespeare
Company: Shakespeare 4 Kidz
Adapted by(s): Julian Chenery, Matt Gimblett
Director: James McKeon (music)