RSC Live: Romeo & Juliet

Showings

Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema Sat, Aug 25, 2018 12:00 PM
Film Info
Runtime:204 min
Copyright:2018
Country Listing:UK
Festival Info
Festival Year:2018
Cast/Crew Info
Director(s):Erica Whyman

Description

We’re proud to present this special broadcast of The Royal Shakespeare Company’s critically acclaimed new revival of Romeo & Juliet. Set in a world very like our own, this Romeo and Juliet is about a generation of young people born into violence and ripped apart by the bitter divisions of their parents. The most famous story of love at first sight explodes with intense passion and an irresistible desire for change, but leads all too quickly to heart-breaking consequences. Featuring a cast of young student actors from across England, director Erica Whyman brilliantly injects the classic play with new blood and intensity.

Includes a 20 minute intermission


Additional Information

Performance on Screen: The best operas, ballets and plays performed by internationally renowned companies.

"Youthful and energetic take on Shakespeare's tragedy." – What's On Stage

"Fresh, fleet, blade-sharp revival." – Telegraph

"The tale of star-crossed lovers is brought into dazzingly sharp relief." – Standard