The People vs. Friar Laurence, The Man Who Killed Romeo and Juliet

The People vs. Friar Laurence, The Man Who Killed Romeo and Juliet

The People vs. Friar Laurence, The Man Who Killed Romeo and Juliet

The People vs. Friar Laurence, The Man Who Killed Romeo and Juliet

Overview

The People Vs. Friar Laurence, The Man Who Killed Romeo and Juliet is the Romeo and Juliet story told from the perspective of Friar Laurence. It was created using the following formula: Troubled teenagers + feuding families + political intrigue = musical comedy.  The show, a smash hit for Chicago Shakespeare Theater, is the funniest mash up of Shakespeare, Gilbert & Sullivan, sketch comedy, and American theater you've ever seen.

IMPORTANT: Whilst all audiences will enjoy the play, it includes some strong language some producers may be uncomfortable with, so the authors have provided an appendix to the script wherein the coarser language has been redacted.

Cautions

  • Caution Strong Language Strong Language
  • Caution Mild Adult Mild Adult Themes

Details

  • Genre: Adaptation (Shakespeare)
  • Time Period: Contemporary, 16th Century/Elizabethan
  • Cast Attributes: Ensemble Cast, Role(s) for Teen(s), Flexible Cast Size, Room for Extras, Strong Role for Leading Man (Star Vehicle), Strong Role for Leading Woman (Star Vehicle), Role(s) for Senior Actor(s)
  • Target Audience: Adult

Authors

Ron West

Ron West co-wrote the book, music, and lyrics for The People vs. Friar Laurence: The Man Who Killed Romeo and Juliet and has written and directed many shows for The Second City, including the Jeff award-winning Curious George Goes to War. With Phil Swann, he has also written ...
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Phil Swann

Phil Swann's career in the entertainment industry has spanned more than 30-years as a composer, author, playwright, performer, and producer. A short list of his work includes the hit Off-Broadway musical, Play It Cool, Outer Critics Circle nominee for best new musical; The Pe ...
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