This legendary love story will be told in a new way! Set in the 1930’s with inspiration from the period crime drama Peaky Blinders, this production will also include music (both live and recorded) from the mid 20th century as well as the 1930’s.

This year represents the 38th year that Austin Shakespeare has presented Free Shakespeare in the Park to the Austin community — this year being Free Shakespeare in the Park at The Curtain due to the current construction around and renovation to Barton Springs Pool in Zilker Park.

* Seating is general admission throughout the theater boxes as well as within the groundling area at the base of the stage.

CAST

Romeo and Juliet will feature 18 actors. Alumni of the company include Helyn Rain Messenger and Dane Parker as Romeo and Juliet; Emily Green as Nurse, Pablo Muñoz-Evers as Tybalt, Michael Morse as Mercutio, Shelby Davenport as the Friar, Isaac Howell as Lord Capulet, and Darby Williams and Zach Barrett as Sampson and Gregory. New to the company are Kirk Barbera, Justin Heller, Michael Costilla, Michael Morse, Divine Ntomchukwu, Peter Young Woo Lee, Cooper Reed Feagan, Chelsea Manasseri, and Laura D’Eramo.

Creative Team

Romeo & Juliet is directed by Ann Ciccolella. Light and scenic design by Patrick W. Anthony; costume design by Cecelia Gay; sound design by Dawson McLeod, properties design by Elizabeth Tyson, choreography by Toni Bravo, and fight choreography and intimacy coordination by Tobie Minor.

We are currently limiting reservation party size to a maximum of 6 tickets per party. However, if you intend to attend with a party larger than the maximum of 6, please DO make your reservation today and email us at info@austinshakespeare.org to see about addressing your party size needs.

Walk up patrons are always more than welcome, but please make note that if you choose to walk up, there may not be available seats to accommodate.