by William Shakespeare

Love, seduction, denial, betrayal, honor, violence, sacrifice, deception, death.  All these levels of human complexity are experienced in this play of two ill-fated lovers, Romeo and Juliet. Shakespeare's most famous work is performed against a minimalist backdrop for a compelling dramatic presentation of this misadventure soiled by an ancient grudge in fair Verona.  Two households, both alike in dignity, ignited and fueled an anger and bitterness for reasons unknown and insignificant.  The Capulets and Montagues tried to deny the true love of their children which led to their untimely deaths, a most desperate act to be together.  Their tragic love story will be the two hours' traffic on the Maryland Ensemble Theatre's stage.

March 16 - April 14, 2001

Cast:

Robyn Accetta: Juliet

Sophie Arrick: Nurse

Mark Barnhart: Romeo

Chris Batchelder: Lord Montague

Paul Danceau: Friar Lawrence

Shelia Hennessey: Lady Capulet

Julie Herber: Lady Montague

Ryan Heerbrandt: Abram

Tad Janes: Lord Capulet

Tom Majarov: Prince

Lyle Millander: Balthazar

Magali Naas: Rosaline

Robert Straley: Paris

Matthew Walsh: Mercutio

Calvin Ron Walton: Benvolio

Ron Woods: Tybalt, Friar John

Production Team:

Director: Ralph Elias

Stage Manager: Mak Nichols

Technical Director: Mark Barnhart

Set Design: Ralph Elias

Lighting Design: Cris Frigm

Costume Design: Barbra Allen

Sound Design: DC Cathro

Choreography: Julie Herber

Fight Choreography: Tad Janes

Vocal Coach: Maud Gleason

Props: Milee McDonald

Dramaturg: Therese Umerlik

Set Construction: Mark Barnhart, Tad Janes