Nashville Ballet will open its performance season with the return of Artistic Director Paul Vasterling's Romeo and Juliet on September 20 through 22 at TPAC's Jackson Hall.
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“There’s an inherent universality to Shakespeare’s writing that makes something like Romeo and Juliet feel relevant each time we present it,” Vasterling said. “The range of emotions explored in the storyline makes the work feel personal and accessible for each audience member, while also challenging our dancers to deepen their connection to the work.”
Vasterling conveys Shakespeare's original storyline about the romance of these young, star-crossed lovers through passionate choreography, theatrical performances, and an emotionally-laden score from Sergei Prokofiev performed live by the Nashville Symphony.
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Created in 2004, and last presented by Nashville Ballet in 2013, Vasterling’s Romeo and Juliet draws inspiration from a variety of sources. Though the story takes place in Shakespeare’s time, and many elements of the costumes, sets, and choreography remain authentic to that period, Vasterling’s version also features modern influences from works like West Side Story and Franco Zeffirelli’s iconic 1968 film adaptation for a production that pays perfect homage to the Bard’s beautifully tragic love story.
Escape to Verona in a whirlwind of forbidden passion and swoon-worthy romance. Tickets start at $35 and are available for purchase in person at the TPAC box office in downtown Nashville, by phone at 615-782-4040, or at nashvilleballet.com.
A complete schedule of performances and more information can be found at nashvilleballet.com/romeo-and-juliet.