& Juliet at Stephen Sondheim Theatre

Set side by side with the former plot of the Shakespearean play which debuted live on stage roughly four hundred years ago, viewers have discerned the stark alterations that were implemented to ‘& Juliet’, a significantly more modern production based on the same leading lady. Shakespeare’s original narrative centers around the tragic ending that transpires because of rash decision-making and the blind passion of two lovers, which results in the deaths of both Romeo and Juliet. On the other hand, ‘& Juliet’ looks beyond the said tragic tale and instead chooses a more positive outlook by embracing on the infinite possibilities of life, even after such agonizing experiences.

This messaging is evident in the new showl’s cast of characters, Juliet, and her gang of friends, who travel to Paris and come to realize their identities not just as individuals, but as remarkable women. ‘& Juliet’ is a good feminist interpretation through the eyes of Shakespeare’s wife, Anne Hathaway, who takes control of her husband’s story and alters the ending of his popular classic. She gives both old characters from the original story a rare moment to shine, while welcoming new and equally talented women to the story. Going off-script from Romeo & Juliet, the show is able to incorporate pop culture, specifically songs from recent generations, that highlight the growing awareness and self-discovery of each of the women throughout the production. Even the fashion worn by the show’s women give a nod to Romeo & Juliet, while highlighting the contrast between the ongoing musical and the previous classic by using Elizabethan fashion and iconography with today’s clothing styles. Each aspect of the musical was carefully thought-out to illustrate empowerment and "being able to write your own story".

This October’s limited season of ‘& Juliet’ sees it come to New York, where Stephen Sondheim Theatre of New York is proud to feature this up-and-coming jukebox musical on Friday 25th October 2024. Known in the entire New York area by locals as the leading venue for staged musical's, Stephen Sondheim Theatre is a large theater with lots of seating capacity while having the most unforgettable architecture both inside and outside the venue.

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