What if Juliet took control of her own destiny instead of following Romeo’s path? Find out in this fresh new Broadway production – & Juliet! Watch Juliet’s new story unfold with songs from none other than the legend Max Martin (who wrote songs for Britney Spears!). For all theatre fans, pop fans, and Britney Spears fans, this may be the perfect musical for you. This show isn’t just for people who love theatre, it’s also for those who are young (or young at heart) who simply want to enjoy a new take on the old-school story of Romeo & Juliet!
It’s 2023 – who would want to end their life for a man, right? Life doesn’t end with Romeo! & Juliet is indeed a Broadway production that will have you singing, cheering and dancing all night long. Featuring songs like “Oops… I Did It Again,” “Baby One More Time,” and “Overprotected,” this show’s going to hit every single beat! Catch & Juliet’s Broadway debut at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre coming this fall!
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“Easily the best musical of the year!” – Forbes
“The audience goes wild!” – The New York Times
& Juliet is a musical that’s turning the classic love story on its head! The show was created by the Emmy-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” and it’s rewriting the rules of romance. Imagine if Juliet – instead of choosing a tragic end with Romeo – decided to take control of her own destiny and start fresh. Well, that’s exactly what happens in this hilarious new musical. Juliet embarks on a fabulous journey, bidding farewell to her famous ending and embracing a second chance at life and love, but this time, she’s doing it her way.
With a book by David West Read, music by five-time Grammy Award winner Max Martin, choreography by Jennifer Weber, and direction by Luke Sheppard, ” & Juliet” is a fresh take on an age-old tale that’s guaranteed to have you singing, dancing, and falling in love with Juliet’s newfound journey.
Juliet’s new story unfolds against a backdrop of iconic pop anthems that’ll have you dancing in your seat. From “Since U Been Gone” to “Roar,” “Baby One More Time” to “Larger Than Life,” “That’s The Way It Is,” and “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” – these hits are the soundtrack to Juliet’s modern-day adventure. And who’s behind this pop sensation? None other than the genius songwriter/producer with more #1 hits this century than anyone else – Britney Spears!
“Exactly the show Broadway needs right now!” – Variety
“A smart, laugh-out-loud shot of pure gold!” – Variety
“A pull-out-all-the-stops sensation that gets your heart racing!” – The Washington Post
Reuniting the full West End creative team, the Broadway production of ” & Juliet” promises to deliver an unforgettable experience. The talented team includes Soutra Gilmour for Scenic Design, Paloma Young for Costume Design, Howard Hudson overseeing Lighting Design, Gareth Owen handling Sound Design, and Bill Sherman taking on the roles of Musical Supervision, Orchestrations, and Arrangements. Adding to the creative team are Andrzej Goulding for Video & Projection Design, J. Jared Janas responsible for Hair, Wig, and Makeup Design, and Dominic Fallacaro, who serves as the Music Director.
Behind the scenes, the driving force behind ” & Juliet” on Broadway includes Max Martin, Tim Headington, Theresa Steele Page, Jenny Petersson, Martin Dodd, and executive producer Eva Price.
Max Martin shared in a statement, “I’m so thrilled that Broadway audiences will get to share in the joy of & Juliet. I’ve had the incredible honor to work with some of the world’s most talented artists, and this cast is no exception.”
“Candy-colored glitter bomb of a show!” – BroadwayWorld
Britney Spears was not actively involved in the production. However, she has shared her excitement for the new musical. She stated after attending a reading of the show in 2019, “I’m so excited to have a musical with my songs, especially one that takes place in such a magical world filled with characters that I grew up on, who I love and adore.”
& Juliet first hit the stage at the Manchester Opera House back in September 2019. Then, it made its grand move to London’s West End in November of the same year. Fast forward to the 2020 Laurence Olivier Awards – & Juliet was in the spotlight with a whopping 9 nominations. And guess what? It walked away with 3 awards, including the coveted Best Actress in a Musical title. The award went to the talented Miriam-Teak Lee, who rocked the role of the leading lady.
Now, & Juliet is prepared to hit Broadway. Buckle up because it’s going to be a wild ride as Juliet takes you on her journey – life after Romeo! No one has time to cry over a man, Juliet’s coming to make her life so much better. So, enjoy the show when it lands in the Big Apple!
“You’ll have that ephemeral thrill of being alive on a dance floor & end up with a hangover.” – Vulture
“& Juliet gives audiences what they want from it: all those hits, baby, one more time.” – Time Out New York
“a savvy if stunningly unsubtle mashup of a musical from London” – The New York Daily News
Say goodbye to the traditional balcony scene and step into a romantic comedy that proves life doesn’t end with Romeo. The only real tragedy here would be missing out on this incredible show. So, definitely come and see! & Juliet will be running at the renowned Stephen Sondheim Theatre in New York City this fall. Select a date that suits your and your friends’ schedules and mark your calendars! Tickets to & Juliet are on sale right now. If you want to catch the best pop hits in a live musical, you should go ahead and grab your tickets right now.