Melbourne
6 - 16 June 2026
Regent Theatre
Melbourne 6 - 16 June 2026 Regent Theatre
The Australian Ballet presents THE MELBOURNE SEASON OF
ROMEO & JULIET
CHOREOGRAPHY BY JOHN CRANKO, MUSIC BY SERGEI PROKOFIEV
Cameron Steens - ENSEMBLE PERFORMER
With its compelling storytelling that always hits the heart, Cranko’s Romeo and Juliet is a majestic vision of Shakespeare’s play. Capturing the fierce clashes of rival families against the luminous flare of young love, the choreography is driven by Sergei Prokofiev’s dramatic score. Jürgen Rose’s opulent design flaunts the pageantry of medieval Verona, contrasting the heavy splendour of the aristocratic elder generation with the billowing fabrics of the teenage lovers' carefree romance.
Cranko’s Romeo and Juliet binds artists and audiences in a profound emotional experience. From the first flush of romance to its final heartbreaking finale, you’ll be captivated by the eternal symbol of love at its most pure, rare and precious that is Romeo and his Juliet.
CREATIVE TEAM
Choreography - John Cranko
Staging - Yseult Lendvai and Mark Kay
Composer - Sergei Prokofiev
Set and Costume Design - Jürgen Rose
Lighting Design - Jon Buswell
Orchestra - Orchestra Victoria
Cast, by performance, available here - australianballet.com.au