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January, 1 2023

The tragic story of star crossed young love that became one of the most culturally influential plays in history.

The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet: Events

Romeo and Juliet Movie Adaptations

In the 400 years since The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet debuted but has been reimaged in many entertainment forms. Ballets, operas, modern retellings have kept the story of the doomed alive for generations. A few of these adaptations are:

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West Side Story updates the classic tale of Romeo and Juliet by setting it in mid-1950's  New York City amid a backdrop of gangs divided by race. The starcrossed lovers, here Tony and Maria, come from families on opposing sides of this gang war. The musical strives to offer commentary on social, racial, and generational divides prevalent in the US. 

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Bosely Crowther's New York Times Review of West Side Story 

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