The Art House Presents
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Shakespeare's greatest love story portrayed with elegance and clarity for first timers and aficionados alike.
The Art House Presents
Bell Shakespeare’s
Romeo & Juliet
By William Shakespeare
Director Peter Evans
Did my heart love till now?
Act 1, Scene 5
After a chance meeting, an intense but forbidden love is ignited between two young lovers, Romeo and Juliet. And despite the unending, violent feud between their families, they will risk everything to be together.
This raw portrayal of Romeo & Juliet will envelop you in the passion, the intensity and the heartbreak of Shakespeare’s most evocative tragedy.
Peter Evans’ critically acclaimed production of the greatest love story ever told returns to stages in 2025. Introducing the magnetic Madeline Li as Juliet and the charismatic Ryan Hodson as Romeo, this exquisite production is not to be missed.
Bell Shakespeare is assisted by the Australian Government through Creative Australia, its principal arts investment and advisory body, and by the NSW Government through Create NSW.
Cast and Creatives
By William Shakespeare
Director Peter Evans
Set & Costume Design Anna Tregloan
Lighting Design Benjamin Cisterne
Composer and Sound Design Max Lyandvert
Intimacy, Movement & Fight Director Nigel Poulton
With Madeline Li, Ryan Hodson, Tom Matthews and Brittany Santariga
Reviews
"Nothing short of exhilarating."
- Time Out Sydney
"One of the most convincing manifestations of the 'star-crossed lovers' you are likely to see."
- Australian Financial Review
"Must-see."
- Milk Bar Magazine
"A joy from start to tear-stained finish."
- Time Out Melbourne
"Vibrant and vivacious.... Refreshing and engrossing."
- Stage Whispers
