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Romeo + Juliet Revival

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2 hrs 10 min, with one intermission
Ages: 13+
Opened: October 24, 2024
Closing: February 16, 2025
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Shakespeare gets a Gen Z makeover in the newest revival of his most beloved tragedy. Romeo + Juliet is back on Broadway in a production helmed by Tony winner Sam Gold and starring Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor. 



The youth are f**ked. Left to their own devices in their parents’ world of violent ends, an impulsive pair of star-crossed lovers hurtle towards their inescapable fate. The intoxicating high of passion quickly descends into a brutal chaos that can only end one way. In this version of the classic, Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy now belongs to a new generation on the edge.



This production of Romeo + Juliet is even more special, because though it is not a musical, it features music by Grammy Award winner Jack Antonoff and movement direction and choreography by Tony Award winner Sonya Tayeh. The song "Man of the House," performed by Zegler, has been released as a single.



Romeo and Juliet, one of William Shakespeare's most famous plays, is a timeless tragedy that explores the intense and destructive power of love. Set in Verona, the story revolves around two young lovers, Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet, whose families are locked in a bitter feud. Despite the hostility between their houses, Romeo and Juliet fall deeply in love and secretly marry. Their romance is marked by passion, impulsiveness, and defiance of social norms, which ultimately leads to devastating consequences. 



The play delves into themes of fate, choice, and the destructiveness of hatred. The concept of "star-crossed lovers" underscores the inevitability of Romeo and Juliet’s doomed love, as their efforts to escape their families’ animosity lead to a series of misunderstandings and tragic events. The play has enduring relevance as a commentary on youthful passion, family dynamics, and the societal constraints that shape human relationships. Its blend of romance, drama, and universal themes ensures its place as one of the most studied and performed works in literary history.



Romeo and Juliet has not been seen on Broadway since a 2013 revival starring Orlando Bloom and Condola Rashad. Other duos to play the star-crossed lovers onstage include Lauren Ambrose and Oscar Isaac, Jessie Buckley and Josh O’Connor, and Tom Holland and Francesca Amewudah-Rivers.


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Romeo + Juliet review: Kit Connor and Rachel Zegler are (violent) delights in Gen Z take on Shakespeare play
8 / 10

It's abundantly clear that Shakespeare purists expecting this production to be a timeless tale filled with medieval garb and banquets will find themselves up in arms over Romeo + Juliet's bold choices. But the visceral, teary-eyed reactions that several young audience members in the crowd had during the play is proof enough of how influential it will be for a brand new generation of theatergoers. To quote Perez: "Thank you, William Shakespeare!" Mic drop. Grade: B+

'Romeo + Juliet' review — Kit Connor and Rachel Zegler are star-crossed and starry-eyed
5 / 10

Gold's production — featuring buzzy young stars Kit Connor (Heartstopper) and Rachel Zegler (West Side Story) in the title roles — aims to do the same for Generation Z, and in much the same way. The result is hit-and-miss. Sporty streetwear, gender-swapped casting, and original pop songs by of-the-moment music producer Jack Antonoff are all on display in the Circle in the Square Theatre, transformed into something like the site of an unsupervised high school house party. Stuffed animals are strewn about, characters take swigs from a gallon jug of an unidentified blood-red drink, and everyone's running and raging and singing with abandon. The whole thing is undeniably entertaining, but the additions of Antonoff's songs, Sonya Tayeh's choreography, and intermittent modern slang don't serve the play as much as they feel like empty spectacle, inserted out of fear its target audience — short-form TikTok devotees, per the stereotypes of us Gen Z-ers — won't otherwise stay engaged for 2.5 hours.

Video: Kit Connor Talks Returning to Stage Roots in ROMEO + JULIET
by Josh Sharpe - January 3, 2025


On a recent visit to CBS Mornings, Romeo + Juliet star Kit Connor discussed the new production, explaining how he was excited to return to his stage roots and put his own spin on the iconic Shakespeare character. Watch the interview now!

Kit Connor to Appear on CBS Mornings Tomorrow
by Josh Sharpe - January 2, 2025


Kit Connor is set to appear on CBS Mornings tomorrow to discuss Romeo + Juliet, Sam Gold's production of the Shakespeare tragedy. Tune in to CBS to watch Connor on the program Friday, January 3 from 7:00-9:00 AM.

Video: Rachel Zegler Discusses Latest Projects, Reunion with Rita Moreno
by Josh Sharpe - November 22, 2024


Rachel Zegler is booked and busy. The Romeo + Juliet star visited Late Night with Seth Meyers on Thursday to discuss her many current and upcoming projects, which include the animated musical Spellbound, the disaster comedy Y2K, and more. Watch the interview here!

Rita Moreno and Rachel Zegler to Visit LATE NIGHT WITH SETH MEYERS Tonight
by Josh Sharpe - November 21, 2024


It's a West Side Story reunion! Tonight on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Rita Moreno and Rachel Zegler will appear on the show, with the latter discussing her starring roles in Broadway's Romeo + Juliet and the new animated musical Spellbound.

Video: Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor Talk ROMEO + JULIET While Playing With Puppies
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 31, 2024


Shakespeare's classic tragedy, Romeo + Juliet is now open on Broadway in a modern new production from Tony Award-winner Sam Gold, starring Kit Connor as 'Romeo' and Rachel Zegler as 'Juliet'. Watch here as the stars discuss the show, while playing with puppies!

Video: Rachel Zegler & Jack Antonoff Perform 'Man of the House' from ROMEO + JULIET
by Stephi Wild - October 30, 2024


In an appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Rachel Zegler and Jack Antonoff were joined by the cast of Romeo + Juliet for a performance of 'Man of the House.' Check out the video here!

Interview: How Intimacy Director Claire Warden Is Crafting Safe Spaces on Stage and Screen
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 1, 2024


BroadwayWorld interviewed Broadway's Romeo + Juliet Intimacy Director Claire Warden. In the interview Warden discusses her commitment to safety and consent, the role of an intimacy director, the rehearsal and preparation process, and more.

Rachel Zegler and Jack Antonoff to Perform on THE LATE SHOW Tomorrow
by Josh Sharpe - October 28, 2024


Tune into The Late Show with Stephen Colbert on Tuesday, October 29 for a special performance by the cast of Broadway's Romeo + Juliet! Rachel Zegler, composer Jack Antonoff, and the cast of the production are scheduled to perform at least one piece of new music from the show.

Photos: ROMEO + JULIET Company Celebrates Opening Night
by Bruce Glikas - October 28, 2024


Just last week, Broadway's best came out to celebrate opening night of ROMEO + JULIET, which is now running at the Circle in the Square Theatre. BroadwayWorld was there for the big night and you can check out photos of the cast and creative team on the red carpet below!

Video: ROMEO + JULIET Celebrates Opening Night
by Joey Mervis - October 25, 2024


50th Street was feeling the love last night, where Romeo + Juliet officially opened on Broadway. Go inside the big opening night with the cast and creative team, including Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor, in this video.

Rachel Zegler Sings 'Man of the House' from ROMEO + JULIET
by Nicole Rosky - October 25, 2024


Jack Antono and Rachel Zegler have released “Man of the House,” from Romeo + Juliet on Broadway. Get a first listen to the song performed by Zegler and written alongside Ryan Beatty.

Photos: Rachel Zegler, Kit Connor, and the ROMEO + JULIET Cast Take Opening Night Bows
by Bruce Glikas - October 25, 2024


ROMEO + JULIET officially opened on Broadway on October 24. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos of the cast taking their opening night bows in the photos here!

Review Roundup: ROMEO + JULIET Starring Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor
by A.A. Cristi - October 24, 2024


Shakespeare's classic tragedy, Romeo + Juliet is now open on Broadway in a modern new production from Tony Award-winner Sam Gold! Did critics fall in love with the new staging of the world's most famous love story? Read the reviews below!

ROMEO + JULIET Single by Rachel Zegler Coming Tomorrow
by Josh Sharpe - October 24, 2024


Just in time for the official opening of Romeo + Juliet, producer Jack Antonoff will be sharing a new single from the production sung by Rachel Zegler. Titled Man of the House, the song will be released tomorrow, October 25. Listen to a preview of it here!

Photos: Kit Connor and Rachel Zegler in ROMEO + JULIET on Broadway
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 23, 2024


Get a first look at production photos of ROMEO + JULIET on Broadway here! The new Broadway revival of ROMEO + JULIET stars Kit Connor as ‘Romeo’ and Rachel Zegler as ‘Juliet.’

Interview: Meet the Broadway Debuts of ROMEO + JULIET
by Chloe Rabinowitz - October 25, 2024


BroadwayWorld spoke with members of the company of Romeo + Juliet on Broadway, and asked what it means to them to be making their Broadway debut.

Video: Jack Antonoff Forgot About 'All the Death' When Starting Music for ROMEO + JULIET
by Josh Sharpe - October 14, 2024


Composer and musical guru Jack Antonoff was profiled in a recent segment on CBS Sunday Morning to discuss some of his latest projects, including the new Broadway production of Romeo + Juliet, currently in previews at the Circle in the Square Theatre. 

A History of ROMEO AND JULIET
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - October 13, 2024


This time, the reader question was: What is the history of Romeo and Juliet on Broadway?

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