Romeo and Juliet/ 로미오와 줄리엣, Asia Bridge Contents

This performance is a musical version of Romeo and Juliet, which is set in the devastated earth after nuclear war. The Capulets are humans surviving in the underground world, whereas the Montagues living on the ground are mutants by radiation exposure. They are fighting against each other in order to survive. However, Juliet and Romeo fall in love with each other when Juliet sneaks above ground because of her curiosity for the outer world. Finally, Juliet drinks a potion to become a mutant, and Romeo a potion to become a human. But this results in Juliet being killed by humans, and Romeo killed by mutants.

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Twelfth Night, Public Works

“Public Works, The Public’s local and national initiative that invites diverse communities across New York to join in creating ambitious works of theater, celebrates its fourth year at the Delacorte with an enchanting new musical adaptation of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night with music and lyrics by the critically acclaimed songwriter Shaina Taub. Professional artists and community members from partner organizations in all five boroughs perform together on stage in this love story that follows the young heroine Viola, who disguises herself as a man when she washes up on the shores of Illyria. When Viola’s new boss, Duke Orsino, sends her to win over his unrequited love, the Countess Olivia, Viola’s disguise proves too effective, and the Countess falls for the young girl dressed as a boy instead. Artistic Director of Baltimore’s Center Stage, Kwame Kwei-Armah, directs this musical fever dream about love in all its many disguises, and transformative power of walking a mile in another's shoes.” –description from the Public Theater website.

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Shakin' Shakespeare, Captivate Theatre

"Brave Macbeth, Cheer Up Hamlet, Romantic Romeo: three hugely entertaining, fast and smart adaptations. A hilarious formula to introduce Shakespeare's plots to young 'uns"--HuffingtonPost.co.uk; description from Fringe Festival programme

A new series of musicals inspired by Shakespeare's plays marking 400 years since the playwright's death.

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Pericles, Two River Theater Company

“Shakespeare’s thrilling and epic tale of adventure, shipwreck and romance. When Pericles uncovers the King’s dark secret he is forced to flee his Kingdom and navigate the roaring seas. Brought to life with over 20 original songs and an evocative new setting – a dive bar at the end of the world – this production will be an exhilarating and mystical event you will not want to miss!” –blurb from the Two River Theater Company website

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Broadway and the Bard, The Lion Theatre

“In Broadway and the Bard, Cariou combines Shakespeare and American musical comedy into one rich and diverse tapestry, melding classical soliloquies and sonnets with inventive musical pairings from beloved writers of the Great White Way.” –description from the Broadway website

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