Adaptation: Thys Heydenrych
Original texts: William Shakespeare

Directed by: Thys Heydenrych
Venue: Wynand Mouton Theatre

Dates and times:

15 September 2015 at 19h30

16 September 2013 at 17h30

17 September 2013 at 20h00

18 September 2013 at 19h30

The Department Drama and Theatre Arts presents William Shakespeare's first great tragedy and one of his most beloved works, "Romeo & Juliet": A tale of young love thwarted by circumstance. It’s a timeless story of young passion caught between the feuding families of Capulet and Montague.

"Romeo & Juliet", written around 1594, has been capturing the imaginations of audiences for over 400 years. Two young lovers, caught in their families’ feud, take fate into their own hands and pursue their love. Missed chances, poor timing and mistakes prevent the lovers from finding happiness and this ensures a tragic end. Finally their families unite, in sorrow. Haunted by the sacrifice of their children they are reminded of the powerful force of love.

The drama department will present a fresh twist on Shakespeare's classic tale of star-crossed lovers. Set in a dystopian South Africa, “Romeo & Juliet” subtly comments on South Africa’s future: ESKOM is no more, society is divided into classes and ruled by a single leader. Is there room for forgiveness or, to use Romeo’s words, “What will it take to get over what happened in the past?”

This is the third Shakespeare production adapted and directed by Thys Heydenrych. “Romeo & Juliet” – this time in modern English – will be performed in the Wynand Mouton Theatre, 15 - 18 September 2015. Tickets are available at Computicket.