We all know the story of the star-crossed lovers. And we all know how their fated romance turns tragic. But - what would have happened if Juliet didn’t meet her end, and instead decided to move on with her life? & Juliet was created in 2019 and is the coming-of-age jukebox musical, with top tunes from legendary songwriter Max Martin, with a twist of the unexpected.
The show pushes Juliet into the limelight, and gives her a second chance at life after Romeo. READ MORE: Review: Life of Pi isn't just a theatre show - it's a complete immersive experience In this modern retelling of Shakespeare’s classic, we first meet the ensemble preparing for the final act when the playwright himself (X Factor’s Matt Cardle) announces his plans for the doomed lovers. To her horror his beloved wife Anne Hathaway, played by the effervescent Lara Denning, asks why should Juliet also seal her fate, and instead suggests writing an alternate ending (I Want It That Way).
And so we begin with Juliet running off to Paris with her best friends and nurse Angelique (Sandra Marvin) to mourn and move on. Gerardine Sacdalan as Juliet (Image: Matt Crockett) As one of the ensemble shouts: “Female empowerment - sick!” we are led into a barrage of pop hits including Domino, Show Me Love and Blow. The standout of the show, Gerardine Sacdalan plays Juliet herself.
And what a voice she has. She encapsulates every moment on stage, with effortless control and power that you cannot help but look at her. Throu.
