Romeo and Juliet
“Civil blood makes civil hands unclean.”
Romeo and Juliet – A Timeless Tale of Love and Loss
Set against a backdrop of deadly civil strife, Romeo and Juliet continues to reflect our fractured world with haunting clarity. In a community torn apart by hatred, two young lovers discover something pure—love that defies their families’ brutal conflict. Their passion offers a glimmer of hope in a world darkened by division.
This deeply moving tragedy explores powerful contrasts: love and hate, joy and sorrow, youth and age, violence and peace. Shakespeare’s masterpiece remains as intimate as it is epic. At its heart, it is a timeless warning about the destructive cost of unchecked rage—and a call for compassion we must hear now more than ever.
About the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
Founded in 1963 and renamed in 2003, the Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey has steadily built a national and international reputation. The company expanded rapidly in the early 21st century, especially in its education programs.
Since launching Shakespeare LIVE! in 1997, the company has reached over 700,000 students, making it the largest student-touring Shakespeare company in the Mid-Atlantic region. At one point, 12 unique educational programs served audiences of all ages. In 2008, the Theatre brought its expertise to Athens, Greece, hosting the international ShakeFest: Teacher Training Program—its first global initiative.
