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Catch this shocking and exciting Western adaptation of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet at Shakespeare's Globe in London.
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Fans of Shakespeare adaptations | Fans of tragic romance | Western enthusiasts
4.5/5
(56)
Bethany
Lin
Elise
Romeo and Juliet is not your run-of-the-mill adaptation. The Globe's take on Shakespeare's classic swaps the dresses, balconies, and cobbled streets for saloon brawls, cowboy hats, gun-totting adversaries, and the Wild West. A play like no other, this version of the playwright's romantic tragedy is a lot less comedic and a lot more bloody.
In the land of Verona, amid bustling saloons and streets, two long-feuding families continue their hateful battle. Proud and firm, neither will relent. Yet when Romeo and Juliet find themselves drawn to one another across enemy lines, the simmering feud erupts into an all out war. Will love prevail, or will it all end in blood?
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Guests from Germany, United States, Australia and over 20 countries have loved this experience
Bethany
Jul, 2025Verified booking
When we found out that Romeo & Juliet was being performed ar the Globe theatre while we were visiting London, we jumped at the chance to get tickets. It was a wonderful performance, with a fresh take on the original story. The actors were fantastic and left me Both laughing and in tears! Brava!
Elise
Jul, 2025Verified booking
Seeing Romeo and Juliet at Shakespeare's Globe is my favorite part of my London trip so far. The cast is perfect and amazing, they and the mise en scène got the crowd so engaged it felt like watching it for the first time.
Olena
Jul, 2025Verified booking
An incredible, unforgettable experience. The acting, interaction with the audience, the atmosphere - everything was fantastic! Lots of humour and passion! We loved every bit of it!
Lin
Jun, 2025Verified booking
The show is fantastic—brilliant! It’s the best show I’ve ever seen! The power of the lines, the expression, the tension, the costumes, the music, the engagement with the audience—everything was absolutely jaw-droppingly good! I never thought I would ever cry over Shakespeare, especially since Romeo and Juliet has never been my favorite. But this performance changed everything. I will definitely recommend it to all my family, friends, and students. I absolutely loved it!
Marina
Jun, 2025Verified booking
The performance was well executed and the actors made the unusual setting work with wit and great delivery of the original texts.
Show details
Genre: Play
Theater name: Shakespeare's Globe
Theater facilities: Restrooms, baby changing facilities, gift shop, theater tours
Theater accessibility: Limited disabled parking spots, level access, sensory adapted and relaxed performances, accessible seating options, audiovisual assistance, guide dogs allowed, adapted toilets
Dress code: Smart casual
Cast & crew
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Leading roles: Abdul Sessay as Romeo, Lola Shalam as Juliet, Rawaed Asde as Tybalt, Roman Asde as Benvolio, Michael Elcock as Mercutio, Léa des Garets as Lady Capulet, Niamh James as Abram, John Lightbody as Friar Lawrence, and Jamie-Rose Monk as Nurse
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Written by: William Shakespeare
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Director: Sean Holmes
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Designer: Paul Wills
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Composer: Grant Olding
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Fight director: Maisie Carter
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Movement director: Tamsin Hurtado Clarke
Additional info
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Most theaters are air-conditioned throughout the year and can get a bit chilly. Bring along a light jacket if needed.
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This show contains scenes of physical violence, gunfire and weapons, and depictions of suicide. Viewer discretion is advised.
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You will receive an email with your Romeo and Juliet voucher. No need to print. Please carry a valid Photo Id for identification.
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