& Juliet: Musical Info & Synopsis


Synopsis:

& Juliet reimagines Shakespeare’s greatest love story, giving Juliet a second chance to rewrite her famous ending. With a nudge from Shakespeare’s wife, Anne Hathaway, Juliet chooses her own path and sets off on a journey of self-discovery instead of following Romeo in tragedy. Joined by her friends, she begins to write a new script for her life, exploring themes of independence, friendship, and love.


Contents


Musical Information

Parental Warning: Adult Themes/Content

Musical Type: Contemporary (2019)

Cast Size: 25

Genre: Romantic Comedy

Setting: 1500s / England, France (Paris), Italy


Creative Team

Music/Lyrics: Max Martin, Various

Book: David West Read


Cast Albums

Original London Cast (2019)➝

Original Broadway Cast (2022)➝


Licensing

& Juliet has been acquired by Music Theatre International, but is not yet available for licensing.


Principal Characters

  • William Shakespeare
  • Juliet Capulet
  • Anne Hathaway
  • Romeo Montague
  • Lance du Bois
  • May
  • Angelique/Nurse
  • Francois Du Bois

Resources

Audition Songs: Theatre Trip


FAQ

How long is the musical & Juliet?

The run time for & Juliet is 2 hours and 30 minutes, including intermission.

What popular songs are in the musical?

& Juliet is a jukebox musical featuring the hit songs of Max Martin. You’ll recognize iconic pop tracks from the 90s and early 2000s, including “Larger Than Life” by the Backstreet Boys, “Roar” by Katy Perry, “Since U Been Gone” by Kelly Clarkson, and “That’s the Way It Is” by Celine Dion.

Who starred in the Broadway cast?

The original Broadway production starred Philippe Arroyo, Betsy Wolfe, Lorna Courtney, Stark Sands, Melanie La Barrie, and Paulo Szot.


Tags

2010s, Comedic, Jukebox Musical, LGBTQ+, Pop/Rock, Popular, Rom-Com


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