Roméo et Juliette
In Charles Gounod’s Roméo et Juliette, Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers come to life amid the pageantry and passion of Verona, reimagined through the grand orchestral and theatrical language of French Romantic opera.
At a ball, Roméo and Juliette fall instantly and irrevocably in love, only to discover they belong to rival families locked in a deadly feud. Secretly married in the hope of reconciliation, their brief happiness is undone by violence, prompting a desperate attempt to preserve their love.
With Gounod’s lush score at its heart, Roméo et Juliette unfolds as a celebration of the warmth, passion, and exuberance of young love.
Beyond the Stage:
Arrive early to explore displays of art, history, and themed concessions that set the scene for Roméo et Juliette, and stay after for a Q&A with the artists and creative team. A 40-player orchestra and soaring voices deliver the full grandeur of opera in an immersive experience close to home.