Romeo a Juliet

A Theatr Cymru production in association with Shakespeare’s Globe

Romeo a Juliet

By William Shakespeare

Based on the Welsh translation by J. T. Jones

“Speakest thou from the heart?”

Two families, two languages and a young couple who are prepared to risk it all. This new exploration of the famous tragic love story, places the violent feud between the Montagues and Capulets in bilingual Wales – where the Montagues’ Welsh and the Capulets’ English collide.

Language divides and unites, an ancient grudge erupts again, and the cosmos shifts as two star-cross'd lovers face their fate.

Directed by Steffan Donnelly, this ground-breaking production weaves together Welsh and English, exploring Welsh identity and offering a new perspective on Shakespeare’s timeless play.

Age Guidance: 12+ Romeo a Juliet contains sexual scenes, physical violence, weapons, murder and suicide.

Running time: Approx, 2.5 hours (including interval)

Bilingual show

All performances will feature bilingual open captions.

Tickets: £18 | £20

School's performance: £12.50 per pupil. 1 free teacher ticket with every 10 pupils attending - only available to book via the box office.

Filming

The performances on Wednesday 22nd October will be filmed. Some seats are blocked off for filming purposes.