& Juliet is now available for Australian amateur theatre companies to perform in 2025!

& Juliet flips the script on the greatest love story ever told, imagining what would happen next if Juliet hadn’t ended it all over Romeo, and instead had a second chance at life and love – on her terms. Nominated for 9 Tony Awards including Best Musical, & Juliet was created by David West Read, an Emmy-winning writer from Schitt’s Creek, and features an iconic playlist of tunes from pop music’s #1 hitmaker, Max Martin and friends.

Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of contemporary pop anthems as iconic as her name, including “Since U Been Gone,” “Roar,” “Baby One More Time,” “Larger Than Life,” “That’s the Way It Is,” and “Can’t Stop the Feeling!” Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo.

Managing Director of Music Theatre International Australasia, Stuart Hendricks said, "We’re excited for Australia's amateur theatre companies to bring & Juliet to life! With its vibrant pop hits and empowering story, this show offers a fresh and exciting experience for both performers and audiences. It's the perfect opportunity for local companies to showcase their talent and creativity, while sharing a heartwarming tale about rewriting your story and embracing who you truly are. We can’t wait to see how Australian stages light up with this incredible show.”

“This brand-new take on a classic story is a high-energy treat for fans of the Bard and fans of great pop music,” said Drew Cohen, President and CEO of MTI. “The songs of Max Martin are pop hits known the world over that have been the soundtrack to all of our lives. David West Read’s witty, fun,  and empowering book makes this new take on this centuries-old tale more relevant than ever. We can’t wait to offer & Juliet to theatres all around the world.” 

Book writer David West Read shared, “I am thrilled that & Juliet will continue to thrive under the stewardship of MTI and inspire both performers and audiences. While this musical brings plenty of fun, incredible dance numbers, and pop songs that are known and loved around the world, it is, at its core, a show about starting over, learning to love yourself, and fighting for a better ending to your story — no matter who you are, or where you come from. I hope that’s one of the things people take away from the show.” 

The Australian production of & Juliet premiered in February 2023. This production successfully toured across the country, including a stop off in Singapore for the show's Asia premiere before returning home to Sydney.

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