Expressions - R&J

Natalie Weir's R&J, inspired by the classic story of Romeo and Juliet, presents three poignant love stories. One story, set in modern day Brisbane, is brutal and contemporary; another story, set in domestic bliss in suburbia in the 50's, is touching in its realism; the third story, set in more ancient times, captures the romance of young love escalating towards a tragic end. This new work reinforces the notion that love - no matter what age you are, or what age you are in - is eternal and its power, everlasting. R&J turns the classic story of Romeo and Juliet on its head - cutting to the essence of what is real, human and inevitable. One of these stories could be your story. Fate plays a part in all our lives. But, as Shakespeare knew well, love - the most powerful of all human emotions - does not always guarantee a fairytale ending. With music composed by John Babbage and performed live on stage by prolific music ensemble Topology, R&J celebrates contemporary performance at its most bold and powerful. Performance times: 11:30am- Tuesday 19th and Thursday 21st July 6:30pm- Wednesday 20th July 7:30pm- Friday 15th, 22nd and Saturday 16th and 23rd July