Romeo and Juliet
About the event
Overview
Shakespeare’s Verona comes to life in bustling street scenes, fierce duels and the tenderness of Romeo and Juliet’s forbidden love as The National Ballet of Canada presents John Cranko’s Romeo and Juliet for the 75th anniversary, honouring an iconic production instrumental to the company’s artistic growth. Created for Stuttgart Ballet in 1962 and first performed by the National Ballet in 1964, Romeo and Juliet is a timeless showcase for the artist development, dramatic depth and musicality of Cranko’s legacy, set to Sergei Prokofiev’s celebrated score.
Running Time
2 hours and 45 minutes with two intermissions
Dates
October 31 – November 8, 2026
Choreographer
John Cranko
Music
Sergei Prokofiev
This production of Romeo and Juliet entered the repertoire of The National Ballet of Canada on February 8, 1995 and was entirely underwritten by Walter Carsen, O.C.
Lead philanthropic support for the 2027 revitalization of Romeo and Juliet is provided by Laura Dinner & Richard Rooney, O.Ont. and production underwriters Mary & John Crocker.
