A new version for younger audiences by Bijan Sheibani and Ben Power. Originally staged as part of the National Theatre’s Shakespeare for younger audiences programme. This archival recording was captured in 2017. This contemporary production sees a company of eight tell the most famous love story of all time, set against a vivid urban backdrop bursting with excitement, colour, dance and song. A swift, contemporary celebration of Shakespeare’s masterpiece, Bijan Sheibani’s thrilling production brings Romeo and Juliet to life for a new generation.
Stars: Ashley Gerlach, Madeline Appiah, Nana Amoo-Gottfried, Kayla Meikle, Ronak Patani, Sharan Phull
Crew: Paul Knott (Lighting Design), William Shakespeare (Theatre Play), Mike Winship (Sound Designer), Ben Power (Adaptation), Bijan Sheibani (Adaptation), Becs Andrews (Set Designer)
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Studio: National Theatre
Runtime: 66 minutes
Quality: HD
Released: Sep 18, 2017
IMDb: 10
Keywords:tragedy, filmed theater
