Xian Zhang conductor Shakespeare’s story of two star-crossed lovers, their warring families, and a sleeping potion that causes calamity has inspired our greatest composers. With the dramatic music of two Russian masters, Tchaikovsky and Prokofiev, the artists of The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey will join us to share a timeless tale of romance, violence, and passion. Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture
The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey | Brian B. Crowe, director
Earl Baker Jr. Friar Laurence, Lord Montague
Clark Carmichael Mercutio, Prince
Dino Curia Benvolio
Jesmille Darbouze Lady Capulet
Isaac Hickox-Young Romeo
Hassiem Muhammad Tybalt, Paris
David Shih Capulet
Alison Weller Nurse
Billie Wyatt Juliet
Jason Flamos lighting designer
Rod Kinter fight director
Daniel Ciba costume designer
Steve Beckel technical director
Jenna Gregson stage manager
Mikki Monfalcone assistant stage manager
New Jersey Symphony
Sergei Prokofiev Selections from Romeo and Juliet
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