Bell Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet
Schedule
Thu Oct 23 2025 at 07:30 pm to 10:00 pm
UTC+11:00Location
Alexander Theatre | Melbourne, VI

Did my heart love till now? - Act 1 Scene 5
Nothing short of exhilarating - Time Out Sydney
One of the most convincing manifestations of the ‘star-cross’d lovers’ you are likely to see - Australian Financial Review
A Must-see - Milk Bar Magazine
A joy from start to tear-stained finish - Time Out Melbourne
Vibrant and vivacious.... Refreshing and engrossing - Stage Whispers
After a chance meeting an intense but forbidden love is ignited between two young lovers Romeo and Juliet. And despite the unending violent feud between their families they will risk everything to be together.
This raw portrayal of Romeo & Juliet will envelop you in the passion the intensity and the heartbreak of Shakespeare’s most evocative tragedy.
Peter Evans’ critically acclaimed production of the greatest love story ever told returns to stages in 2025. Introducing the magnetic Madeline Li as Juliet and the charismatic Ryan Hodson as Romeo this exquisite production is not to be missed.
By William Shakespeare
Director Peter Evans
Set & Costume Design Anna Tregloan
Lighting Design Benjamin Cisterne
Composer and Sound Design Max Lyandvert
Intimacy Movement & Fight Director Nigel Poulton
With Madeline Li Ryan Hodson Tom Matthews and Brittany Santariga
Where is it happening?
Alexander Theatre, The Ian Potter Centre for Performing Arts, 48 Exhibition Walk, Clayton VIC 3169, Australia, MelbourneEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
