World Premiere of “Juliet and Romeo” – A Hilarious Time-Traveling Musical – Hits Skylight Music Theatre in January!
This fresh take on Shakespeare’s classic features a down-on-his-luck playwright, pizza, and a whole lot of hijinks!
Get ready for a side-splitting twist on Shakespeare’s timeless love story! Skylight Music Theatre is excited to announce the world premiere of Juliet and Romeo, a brand-new musical that reimagines the iconic tale with a modern twist.
This hilarious production follows the journey of Sawyer Bloom, a struggling writer/director who stumbles upon a way to travel back in time and meet the REAL Juliet. But when he brings her back to present-day New York City, things get messy – think Shakespearean drama colliding with modern life, with a dash of New York pizza for good measure.
The production will be directed by Skylight’s Artistic Director Michael Unger and will feature a talented ensemble, showcasing some of the top performers of the region. This new work has a book by Paul Gordon and music and lyrics by Paul Gordon and Curtis Moore.
“New works are some of the most challenging and exciting material to explore, and I am thrilled the authors of this hysterical new musical have trusted Skylight to premiere this piece,” said Michael Unger, Artistic Director of Skylight Music Theatre and director of the show. “To put the Skylight and Milwaukee spin on this piece, featuring a phenomenal, predominantly local cast, is an honor we do not take lightly.”
Book by Paul Gordon
Music and Lyrics by Paul Gordon and Curtis Moore
Inspired by Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet
Directed by Artistic Director Michael Unger**
Choreographed by Tori Watson
Musical Direction by David Bonofiglio
What to Expect
The story follows Sawyer Bloom, a community theatre director rehearsing Romeo and Juliet in New Jersey. When he thinks he can come up with a better ending, he conjures up his childhood imaginary friend, William Shakespeare, for help. The Bard sends Bloom back to Verona in the 15th Century, where he meets the original characters from the play. Bloom falls in love with the real Juliet and brings her back to modern-day New York City, leading to a series of hilarious twists and turns.
Get Your Tickets
Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind musical experience! Tickets for Juliet and Romeo are on sale now and can be purchased by visiting www.skylightmusictheatre.org or by calling the Broadway Theatre Center Box Office at (414) 291-7800.
What Makes This Production Special?
- World Premiere: Be among the first to experience this groundbreaking new musical.
- Time-Traveling Shenanigans: This isn’t your average Romeo and Juliet ! Get ready for a whirlwind adventure through time.
- Local Talent: The show features a phenomenal cast, showcasing some of the top performers in the Milwaukee area.
- Award-Winning Creative Team: The production boasts a team of seasoned professionals, including director Michael Unger (known for his Skylight hit “The Hunchback of Notre Dame”) and composer Paul Gordon (Tony Award nominee for “Jane Eyre”).
Show Information:
- Dates: January 17 – February 2, 2025
- Location: Skylight Music Theatre (Cabot Theatre), Historic Third Ward, Milwaukee, WI
- Tickets: On sale now at www.skylightmusictheatre.org or by calling the Broadway Theatre Center Box Office at (414) 291-7800.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this world premiere event! Juliet and Romeo promises to be a laugh-out-loud adventure that will leave you wanting more.
