Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet
“A ballet by Christian Spuck”
Synopsis
Shakespeare’s play “Romeo and Juliet” has inspired generations of artists to adaptations like scarcely any other work. In his colorful, passionate music, the Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev brilliantly captured the clash of love and hatred, and the proximity of tenderness and violence. Inspired by Prokofiev’s vivid music and the timeless quality of Shakespeare’s tragedy, choreographer Christian Spuck and the Ballett Zürich narrate the most famous love story in world literature using strong images that are full of enthralling theatricality and touching emotion. Michail Jurowski, a true Prokofiev expert, is at the rostrum of the Philharmonia Zürich. Recorded live at Opernhaus Zürich June 2019.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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ROMEO UND JULIA - Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-10-22
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Katja Wünsche
Juliet
William Moore
Romeo
Elena Vostrotina
Juliet's Nurse
Lucas Valente
Lord Capulet
Eva Dewaele
Lady Capulet
Tigran Mkrtchyan
Tybalt
Daniel Mulligan
Mercutio
Christopher Parker
Benvolio
Jan Casier
Count Paris
Filipe Portugal
Friar Lawrence
Jessica Beardsell
Juliet's Friend
Meiri Maeda
Juliet's Friend
Emma Antrobus
Juliet's Friend
Arianna Soleti
Juliet's Friend
Natatia Warzabluk
Juliet's Friend
Aurore Lissitzky
Juliet's Friend
Michelle Willems
Dancer
Chandler Hammond
Dancer
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 19, 2020
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Beyer
- Screenplay & Story
- William Shakespeare
- Original Score
- Sergei Prokofiev
- Original Title
- Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 6m
- Production Studios
- Accentus Music, Opernhaus Zürich
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Beyer
William Shakespeare
Sergei Prokofiev
Nyika Jancsó
Geoffrey Sheil
Paul Smaczny
Department Leadership Roster
Sergei Prokofiev
Original Music Composer
Paul Smaczny
Producer
Nyika Jancsó
Director of Photography
Michael Beyer
Director
Geoffrey Sheil
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet
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What is Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet about?
Shakespeare’s play “Romeo and Juliet” has inspired generations of artists to adaptations like scarcely any other work. In his colorful, passionate music, the Russian composer Sergei Prokofiev brilliantly captured the clash of love and hatred, and the proximity of tenderness and violence. Inspired by Prokofiev’s vivid music and the timeless quality of Shakespeare’s tragedy, choreographer Christian Spuck and the Ballett Zürich narrate the most famous love story in world literature using strong images that are full of enthralling theatricality and touching emotion. Michail Jurowski, a true Prokofiev expert, is at the rostrum of the Philharmonia Zürich. Recorded live at Opernhaus Zürich June 2019.
Who directed Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet?
Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet was directed by Michael Beyer.
Who stars in Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet?
The principal cast of Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet includes Katja Wünsche, William Moore, Elena Vostrotina, Lucas Valente, Eva Dewaele.
When was Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet released and how long is it?
Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 2h 6m.
Who composed the musical score for Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Prokofiev: Romeo and Juliet was composed by Sergei Prokofiev.