From historic feud to ill-fated union, Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet finds new significance this summer in the Globe Theatre.

Verona is sick. Its structures broken and its citizens in a state of desperation. When a system favours the few, the many are left with nothing but unhealthy choices.

Amidst the violence, bloodshed, fear and unrest, two teenagers find unexpected relief in each other. But will love be enough to save them from society’s sickness?

‘Black and portentous must this humour prove
Unless good counsel may the cause remove’

– Act I, scene 1

This production contains depictions of suicide, moments of violence and references to drug use. It contains gunshot sound effects and the use of stage blood.

If you have any questions or concerns about these elements, please contact our Box Office team for further information about the production.

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If you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this production of Romeo & Juliet please find details below of organisations offering advice and support.