A New Romeo and Juliet

The tragic story of Verona's star-crossed lovers is being brought to life by Philadelphia Ballet's Resident Choreographer Juliano Nunes' choreography, paired with Prokofiev's unforgettable score. This gorgeous production of Shakespeare's masterpiece will stay with you long after you leave the venue and will imprint itself on your heart, that's if it isn't already there.

What Is The Story?

In Verona, there are heated tensions between sworn enemies, the Montagues and the Capulets. The family's vicious hatred of one another is famed throughout the city, as it is their often fatal swordplay.

Romeo, the youngest of the Montague name, sneaks into the Capulet's ball due to the persuasion of his cousin Tybalt. Little does young Romeo know, this is the place he'll meet Juliet, and once their eyes meet, they fall immediately and deeply in love.  So begins a tale that has gone on to become one of our greatest, tragic love stories, which will never age with time.