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Romeo and Juliet (version 2)

Romeo and Juliet (version 2)

Written by: William Shakespeare
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Step into the world of Shakespeares timeless tragedy, Romeo and Juliet, where two young lovers are caught in the crossfire of their feuding families, the Montagues and the Capulets. Their chance meeting at a grand party ignites an instant and passionate love, but the harsh reality of their families animosity looms large. Defying their parents, the star-crossed lovers secretly marry with the help of the devoted Friar Lawrence. Yet, as with all great love stories, their path is fraught with peril, forcing them to confront the ultimate sacrifice for their love. Join us for a journey filled with romance, tragedy, and the poignant lessons of fate. (summary by Elizabeth Klett) Cast Escalus David Muncaster Paris mb Montague Chris Hughes Capulet Andy Minter Old Man and Friar Lawrence Alan Davis Drake Romeo Simon Taylor Mercutio Andrew Lebrun Benvolio David Nicol Tybalt Joshua B. Christensen Friar John Sean McKinley Balthasar Scott D. Farquar Sampson Esther Gregory David OConnell Peter and Second Watchman Gesine Abraham and First Watchman Caliban Apothecary Lucy Perry First Musician and Second Citizen Laurie Anne Walden Second Musician om123 Third Musician Aaron Walden Chorus ancilla Page C. J. Nowak Lady Montague Christie Nowak Lady Capulet Cori Samuel Juliet Elizabeth Klett Nurse Kristin Hughes First Servant Abigail Bartels Second Servant Lizzie Driver Third Watchman bryfee First Citizen Rhys Lawson Narrator David Lawrence Audio Edited by Elizabeth KlettCopyright Short Stories Drama & Plays World
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