Juliet & Romeo

With Lost Dog’s blend of dance, theatre and comedy, this Juliet & Romeo reveals the real story behind Shakesepeare’s famous lovers.

It turns out they didn’t die in a tragic misunderstanding, they grew up and lived happily ever after. Well, they lived at least. Now they’re 40ish, at least one of them is in the grips of a mid-life crisis, they feel constantly mocked by their teenage selves and haunted by the pressures of being the poster couple for romantic love. They have decided to confront their current struggles by putting on a performance – about themselves. Their therapist told them it was a terrible idea…

Directed by Olivier Award nominated Ben Duke, Juliet & Romeo takes on our cultural obsession with youth and our inevitable issues with longevity.

Praise for Juliet & Romeo

The Scotsman

‘It’s not often you’re doubled over with laughter and wiping away tears of sadness during the same show. Given the components that come together in Juliet & Romeo, however, it’s no surprise. *****’

The Guardian

‘Duke’s handling of this material is beautifully assured. His writing is fast, inventive and smart; the interleaving of movement, text and music (mostly a selection of pop classics) is expertly paced.’

The Independent

‘Comic awkwardness tipping into vulnerable emotion is a hallmark of Ben Duke’s work. ****’

This performance is supported by Black Country Touring and RTDI (Rural Touring Dance Initiative).