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[title]Shakespeare’s timeless tale of feuding nobles, young love and tragic fate, Romeo & Juliet, returns to Sydney Opera House in a stripped-back production running from November 19 to December 7.
Following a critically acclaimed run in 2023 (Time Out awarded it four stars), this bold reimagining from Bell Shakespeare is back under the direction of Artistic Director Peter Evans, marking his third time mounting Shakespeare’s most famous play.
While Evans returns to the helm, the production welcomes fresh talent in the lead roles, with rising stars Madeline Li and Ryan Hodson taking on the parts of the ill-fated lovers. “We’ve got a fantastic young cast who are coming at this classic story with a fresh and infectious energy that you won’t want to miss,” says Evans.
The rest of the cast is rounded out by Merridy Eastman as Nurse, Jack Halabi as Paris, Khisraw Jones-Shukoor as Friar Laurence, Tom Matthews as Tybalt, Brittany Santariga as Mercutio/Prince, James Thomasson as Benvolio, Michael Wahr as Capulet, Adinia Wirasti as Lady Capulet, plus Caitlin Burley and Thomas Royce-Hampton as understudies.
Sydney is just one stop on the production's national tour, with 25 more dates across the country. “After such a positive reception in 2023, I’m excited to take our production of Romeo & Juliet further afield so audiences all across the country can experience it,” says Evans.
Tickets are on sale now from $45 and you can book yours here.