The nurse arrives with a gift from Juliet as the Friar devises a plan to reunite the young lovers. Romeo, in Friar Lawrence's cell, ponders his life without Juliet. News of Tybalt's death and Romeo's fate reaches Juliet. A tragedy results in the exile of a member of the Montague family. In the streets of Verona, Tybalt and Mercutio's tempers get the best of them as Romeo attempts to keep the peace. Act 2, Scene 6įriar Lawrence counsels Romeo as they await Juliet's arrival. Juliet anxiously awaits the arrival of her nurse, who brings news of her meeting with Romeo. Romeo sends a message to Juliet by way of her nurse. Mercutio confronts Romeo about his disappearance the previous night. Romeo, Having found Juliet, lets his intentions be known.
Act 2, Scene 1Īfter the conclusion of the ball, Romeo sets out to find Juliet. The Chorus recites a short sonnet concerning Romeo and Juliet's forbidden love. Romeo and Juliet are both devastated by the discovery of each others true identity. Romeo, taken by Juliets beauty is recognized by Tybalt. Act 1, Scene 4ĭisguised with masks, Romeo, Benvolio and Mercutio prepare to attend the Capulet's ball.
Lady Capulet talks of marriage with Juliet. Romeo and Benvolio receive unexpected invitations to a masquerade feast. Paris informs Capulet of his desire to marry Juliet. Benvolio informs the elder Montague of his Romeo's condition. Act 1, Scene 1Ī chance meeting of the Capulets and Montagues results in armed conflict on the streets of Verona. The Chorus recites a sonnet for the audience. List of Characters represented throughout the play. Romeo and Juliet New York: Sully and Kleinteich Cast of Characters Romeo and Juliet are widely represented as archetypal young lovers. It was among Shakespeare’s most popular plays during his lifetime and, along with Hamlet, is one of his most frequently performed plays. The play has been highly praised by literary critics for its language and dramatic effect. Romeo and Juliet is an early tragedy by William Shakespeare about two teenage “star-cross’d lovers” whose “untimely deaths” ultimately unite their feuding households.
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