The New Jewish Theatre
A Program of the Jewish Community Center
Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare, adapted by Robin Weatherall
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In Partnership with the MISSOURI HISTORY MUSEUM'S Performing Arts Series
All Performances in the History Museum's E. DESMOND LEE THEATRE in Forest Park
Shakespeare's classic tale of star-crossed lovers assumes a different tone with the story set in the British Mandate of Palestine in 1947 during the war for Israeli Independence. Rather than feuding families in Verona, we find warring Arabs and Jews in Jerusalem with the British as mediator. With the love story intact, the play in this setting becomes a history lesson. As part of the Missouri History Museum's Performing Arts Series, this production's historical aspect is even more heightened. As the two young lovers try to cross the political divide, the tragedy of their ill-fated love results in a hopeful lesson for tolerance, understanding and peace. A world premiere adaptation.
VIEW VIDEO Preiview of Production
Individual tickets for this production are sold only through the Missouri History Museum. To purchase tickets, call the Museum Box Office at 314-361-9017 or click the BUY TICKETS button below.