Written by William Shakespeare

Adapted and Directed by Peter Romano

The Story

In Verona, Italy, Romeo and Juliet fall in love at first sight - despite their families’ ancient grudge. In a world of “us” versus “them,” the lovers secretly marry and hope for a future where they can love freely.

Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet echoes many of the burdens facing young people in our current post-pandemic society: loss, identity,and the challenges of confronting unexamined assumptions about themselves, their families, and their world.

Co-produced by Apocalyptic Artists and the Classical Theatre of Harlem

Romeo and Juliet will tour New York City Middle and High Schools, providing students with a unique theatrical experience. Employing minimal design and live musical elements, and supported by in-school workshops, a company of actors will transform familiar school spaces - cafeterias, auditoriums - into Verona.

Interested in bringing Romeo and Juliet to your school? Contact Director of Education Alice Renier at alicerenier.aae@gmail.com.

Apocalyptic Artists and the Classical Theatre of Harlem are proud to be the recipients of the Shakespeare in American Communities Grant awarded annually by the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest.

Celebrating its 20th year in 2023, Shakespeare in American Communities is a theater program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. The program supports high-quality productions and educational activities exploring the work of William Shakespeare in middle schools, high schools, and juvenile facilities throughout the United States.

The Ensemble

  • Eli Bridges

  • Ellis Craig

  • Priyanka Kedia

  • Jamil Mangan

  • Brynne McManimie

  • Alice Renier

  • Kea Trevett

  • Justin Viz