Romeo & Juliet

Based on Shakespeare’s tale of the star-crossed lovers, Romeo & Juliet is one of the greatest love stories of all time. Against a backdrop of ancient feuds and gang warfare, the ill-fated young couple fall hopelessly in love, but their families are bitter enemies. In order to be together the two lovers must be prepared to risk everything.

Against a backdrop of ancient feuds and gang warfare, two souls dare to love. Inspired by Shakespeare’s legendary tale of star-crossed lovers, Romeo & Juliet is a gripping story of passion, defiance, and fate.

Romeo and Juliet are drawn into a love so powerful they defy everything around them – including their own families. But in a world where loyalty is demanded and vengeance reigns, their love comes at a devastating cost.

Set to Prokofiev’s powerful and soaring score, this stunning production blends exquisite choreography with raw emotion, sweeping audiences into a story where every glance, every movement, and every moment plunges our two young lovers into a whirlwind of desire, danger, and heartbreak.

How far would you go for love… when everything is at stake?

A timeless tale. A powerful score. An unforgettable experience.

Don’t miss this extraordinary production – book your tickets now and experience Romeo & Juliet live on stage.

Ballet Ireland’s Romeo & Juliet is proudly sponsored by EY, with support from RTÉ Supporting the Arts.

“…Runacre-Temple taps into a zeitgeist so many other ballet companies desperately want to access right now, making      relevant what is often seen as an elitist art form while still honouring its roots……Runacre-Temple gets it” – The Irish Times