Romeo & Julia

A sweeping, song-driven staging of doomed young love, earnest and theatrical, that swells with feeling before settling into sorrow.

Directed by

Andres Dvinjaninov

Genres

Drama, Romance, Comedy

Starring

Kristjan Kasearu, Hele Kõrve, Jaagup Kreem

Tagline

A tragic romance story, reborn in a rock musical style.

Overview

Romeo & Julia is a landmark Estonian rock musical that first captured the nation's heart at its 2006 premiere. Based on William Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy, this modern reimagining transports the "star-crossed lovers" to a contemporary setting, replacing ancient swords with a clash of modern values and social classes. The story follows Romeo (a working-class youth) and Julia (the daughter of a wealthy banker) as they navigate a forbidden romance amidst a decades-long feud between their families. It is a powerful exploration of the struggle between true emotion and a material world, where a tragic end brings reconciliation only after it is too late to save the young lovers.

How it feels

Romantic, melancholic, earnest and campy. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Love, family, class, fate

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

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