Romeo and Juliet
by William Shakespeare
adapted for performance by Niclas Olson
On the streets of Verona, a war between two powerful families has led to chaos and fear. But in the midst of chaos, a forbidden love will arise. This is the story of that love. And never was there a story of more woe… This is Romeo and Juliet. Adapted for performance by Niclas Olson, this edition of William Shakespeare's play strips away the baggage of “the greatest love story ever told” to reveal a hard hitting and intense story of war, family, and most of all love. (6M, 4W)
ROMEO AND JULIET had its world premiere on January 15, 2016 at the Dukesbay Theater in Tacoma, in a production by New Muses Theatre Company. It was directed and designed by Niclas Olson. Assistant direction was by Kelsey Harrison. Costumes and sound were by Bethany Bevier. The board operator was Erinne Kellogg.
TYBALT: Steven Walker BENVOLIO: Sara Geiger MERCUTIO/PRINCE: Tony Onorati LAURENCE: Lance Zielinski ROMEO: Niclas Olson CAPULET: Steve Gallion LADY CAPULET: Emily Robinson NURSE: Deanna Martinez JULIET: Jenna McRill The original production was nominated for six BroadwayWorld Seattle Awards, including Best Play, with Jenna McRill winning as Best Leading Actress in a Play and Deanna Martinez winning as Best Featured Actress in a Play. It was also nominated for two awards by the South Sound Critics Association.
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