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"High fashion, hot passion": A fast-paced twist on Romeo and Juliet

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Newstalk ZB,
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Sat, 5 Jul 2025, 2:30pm
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"High fashion, hot passion": A fast-paced twist on Romeo and Juliet

Author
Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Sat, 5 Jul 2025, 2:30pm

A new twist on a classic tale. 

Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is an iconic tale of star-crossed lovers, and in just a few weeks, it will be brought to life once more by Auckland Theatre Company. 

Although if you’re expecting a classic performance, you’re in for a shock – instead you’ll witness a fast-passed thriller set in 1960’s Milan, complete with Kiwi accents. 

The titular characters are played by Theo David and Phoebe McKellar and the two joined Jack Tame to delve into the development of the show and what it’s like to bring this new variation to life. 

Performances are running from the 15th of July through to the 9th of August at ASB Waterfront Theatre – tickets are available here

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