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Reviews
“And this National Ballet production is as good as it gets.” American Record Guide, 2012
“totally fresh… refreshing energy and a witty, unexpected slant. “ The Times, UK, 2011
/4 A triumph of impassioned dancing and inventively challenging choreography.” The Toronto Star, 2011
“Ratmansky is the king of speed and danger...brilliant at drawing character and he understands how to highlight dramatic moments within the music. A Romeo and Juliet that builds in both excitement and pathos.” The Globe and Mail, 2011
“Dazzling combat choreography... sweeping lifts. A new modern classic for the company’s diamond anniversary.” The National Post, 2011
"[A Romeo and Juliet] to treasure for the next 60 years." Toronto Sun, 2011
“a moment for the National Ballet to celebrate… sublime” The Walrus, 2011
“A triumph for Kain and company… one of those moments that defined the company's history” The Montreal Gazette, 2011
“NBC can claim to be in possession of an engrossingly thoughtful, theatrically compelling production whose swift pace and dramatic clarity may appeal to a new generation of ballet-goers.” Dancing Times, 2012
“Ratmansky spreads the drama throughout the ballet, spinning an even more epic tale than usual” Dance Magazine, 2011
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Synopsis
Read the synopsis of Romeo and Juliet (pdf) >
Virtual Museum
The Virtual Museum is an online gallery featuring items held within the National Ballet Archives. Each exhibit surveys the history of a ballet through archival material including programmes, set and costume sketches, photographs, press items, correspondence, footwear, costumes, artifacts and more.
Visit the Romeo and Juliet Virtual Exhibit >
Running Times
ACT I – 50 minutes
Intermission – 20 minutes
ACT II – 30 minutes
Intermission – 20 minutes
ACT III – 40 minutes
The performance will run approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes.