Romeo & Juliet Featuring Music by Queen Played Live at Theatre by QE2

Opening on Valentine’s Day, February 14th 2025, in the Grand Lounge of the QE2, for four performances only…

Cross Bronx Studio presents William Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet, in a thrilling new production, adapted by Lydia DeSouza, inspired by the music of the legendary Rock band Queen, performed live by a superb five piece band, and directed by Dubai’s leading theatrical director, Alex Broun.

The cast features a stunning combination of many of Dubai’s finest actors alongside recent graduates from Sharjah Performing Arts Academy, some exciting new faces, and a five piece band and choir, under the musical direction of Sam Randall, with choreography by Beth Mitchinson from Music Theatre Dubai and fight choreography by Jay Nagjee.

This is Shakespeare’s most romantic play in a visionary new production complete with guitar solos, thrilling sword fights and beautiful and handsome young lovers, which is sure to steal your heart and become one of the highlights of the UAE’s 2025 theatrical calendar.

Imagine Shakespeare’s classic tale happening in the mind of the one and only Freddie Mercury, and you have Cross Bronx Studio’s Romeo & Juliet. This is Romeo & Juliet like you’ve never seen it before – part Zeffirelli, part Baz Luhrmann, part rock concert and 100% magical love story, perfect for Valentine’s Day. Your most magical romantic evening in 2025 is already sorted! Don’t miss it!