A romance that’s sure to set your heart aflame, the most famous love story of all time is performed just in time for Valentine’s Day with Prokofiev’s moving score played to perfection by The Phoenix Symphony. Set in 16th-century Verona, Romeo & Juliet chronicles Shakespeare’s tale of two passionate teenagers from great families on opposing sides of a bitter feud. With its sweepingly regal ballroom scenes, vivacious swordplay and poignant pas de deux, Ib Andersen’s production is a visual tour de force.
Dates and Times Available:
Thursday, February 10 at 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, February 13 at 5:30 p.m.
Location: Symphony Hall, 75 N. 2nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Check out our Romeo & Juliet Spotify Playlist!
Tickets and packages can be purchased by calling 602-381-1096 or visiting balletaz.org.
Ballet Arizona’s Covid Health and Safety policy: All persons 12 and older attending Ballet Arizona performances must show a negative COVID-19 PCR test result, taken within 72 hours, or proof of full vaccination, prior to entry. Patrons under the age of 12 are not required to provide a negative test or proof of vaccination. In addition, universal mask-wearing is required at all times for all patrons over the age of 2. Required documentation will be checked at the entrance door by security personnel. Entry will be denied for guests who do not provide documentation as required.
Some interesting facts from this season's Romeo & Juliet performances:
- Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev’s score is rarely heard in its entirety but will be performed from start to finish by the revered Phoenix Symphony.
- Ballet Arizona ditches the tutus entirely for Romeo & Juliet, using only ornate, flowy costumes handmade in-house by a full-time costume production staff.
- The production’s sword scenes use real swords!
Please let me know if you have any questions. I look forward to hearing from you!
