Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor Set to Star in Bold New Broadway Adaptation of 'Romeo + Juliet'
The upcoming production, featuring music by Jack Antonoff, aims to reflect the angst and aspirations of modern youth amidst a politically charged atmosphere.
- Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor will make their Broadway debuts in a modern adaptation of Shakespeare's 'Romeo + Juliet', directed by Sam Gold.
- The production will feature an original score by Grammy winner Jack Antonoff and choreography by Tony winner Sonya Tayeh.
- Sam Gold's direction intends to capture the current political climate and the frustrations of the younger generation.
- Tickets for the show will go on sale in May, with the play set to open this fall.
- The adaptation's tagline, 'The youth are fucked', highlights its edgy and contemporary approach to the classic tragedy.
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