2019 Season
Shakespeare's classic tale of love and loss comes to the great outdoors! Romeo and Juliet come from rival families, but quickly find that their love runs deeper than the divisions between them. With the help of loyal friends, these star-crossed lovers seek to overcome the hate that keeps them apart, but escaping from the vicious cycle may end up being impossible.
Cast:
Ryan Zierk
Romeo
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Nadja Simmonds
Juliet
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Simon Earle
Tybalt, Paris, Lord Montague, Friar John, Abram, Servingman, Peter
Jackson Hoemann
Friar Laurence, Benvolio, Lord Capulet, Servingman
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Hannah Klapperich-Mueller
The Prince, Lady Capulet, Mercutio, Gregory
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Caroline Norton
The Nurse, Lady Montague, Sampson, Apothecary, Musician, Balthasar, Potpan
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Sydonia Lucchesi
Production Manager
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A.J. Magoon
Tour Manager
Directed by Maureen Kilmurry
Costume design by Amelia Strahan
Scenic design by Carl Eiche
Music direction by Armando Harlow Ronconi
Fight choreography by Chris Elst
Show Discussion Guide:
Want more information about Romeo and Juliet, and how the Summit Players created the show? Click below to view the discussion guide, which is full of history, play summary, character information, and questions to ask your family or friends about the show.
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