
National Theatre Collection: Romeo and Juliet (2017)
1h 6m | PG-13
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.
Director: Bijan Sheibani
Studio: National Theatre
Genre: Drama, Romance
Video: 720p
Cast

Ashley Gerlach
as Mercutio

Madeline Appiah
as Tybalt

Nana Amoo-Gottfried
as Romeo

Kayla Meikle
as Sister Lawrence

Ronak Patani
as Prince

Sharan Phull
as Juliet