Romeo and Juliet

Synopsis: Video recording of the Royal Shakespeare Company’s 2008 touring production of Romeo and Juliet directed by Neil Bartlett with David Dawson and Anneika Rose in the title roles.
Language: English
Country: Great Britain
Medium: Video
Technical information: Colour / Sound
Recording date: 2008
Duration: 195 (incl. interval)

General: Laura Rees was originally cast to play Juliet but had to withdraw six weeks into rehearsals because of ill-health. Rehearsal scenes on the RSC website show both actresses working with the same scene.
History: The production played at The Courtyard Theatre from 27 November 2008 - 24 January 2009 following a tour to six UK venues.
Reviews: The history of the play and its social context, past RSC productions, rehearsal scenes, a photo gallery and interview with the director can be accessed at http://www.rsc.org./explore/engage/romeo_2008.html (accessed(12/2008).

Name: Royal Shakespeare Company
Web: https://www.rsc.org.uk External site opens in new window
Address: Royal Shakespeare Theatre
Waterside
Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire
CV37 6BB