Shakespeare’s Star-Crossed Lovers Launch a Celebratory Season of Excellence
PHOENIX – Ballet Arizona is thrilled to kick off its 40th anniversary season with the most famous love story of all time, “Romeo & Juliet.” Celebrated as one of Artistic Director Emeritus Ib Andersen’s greatest works, this classic takes the Symphony Hall stage for six performances from Oct. 22 – 25.
The ballet is a feast for the eyes and ears with sweepingly regal ballroom scenes, vivacious swordplay, and poignant pas de deux to the tune of Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev’s dramatic and moving score. A production for ballet, literature, and classical music fans alike, “Romeo & Juliet” seamlessly blends the touching yet tragic story of doomed love with Prokofiev’s rich score. The score is rarely heard in its entirety but will be performed in full by the acclaimed The Phoenix Symphony, making “Romeo & Juliet” a must see for all performing arts fans.
The beloved Shakespeare classic tells the story of two feuding families – the Capulets and Montagues – whose disputes have caused a rift in 16th century Verona, Italy. A Montague son, Romeo, is sworn to marry another woman when he mischievously sneaks into the Capulet ball, where he spots the captivating Juliet. The tale that unfolds is a lesson in petty feuds, dire consequences, and of course, true love.
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