Romeo and Juliet with the PBT Orchestra
- Date: Feb 14 - Feb 16, 2025
- Venue: Benedum Center
A Valentine’s Weekend Event!
The world’s most famous love story is brought to life by PBT in the emotional and timeless saga of Romeo and Juliet. Jean-Christophe Maillot’s version of the ballet takes a fresh approach to Shakespeare’s classic story by focusing on the youthfulness of the characters, and portrays the tragedy from the perspective of the priest, whose good intentions ultimately lead to the demise of the two young, star-crossed lovers. Sergei Prokofiev’s unforgettable music, played by the PBT Orchestra, underscores the beauty and passion of this beloved ballet. Join us for a moving performance full of romance that will reach your heart and soul.
Choreography: Jean-Christophe Maillot | Music: Sergei Prokofiev
*Recommended for ages 13+
Artists: Colin McCaslin and Tommie Lin Kesten | Photography: Michael Henninger
Performance Times
Friday, February 14, 2025 – 11:00 AM – Student Matinee
Friday, February 14, 2025 – 7:30 PM – Valentine’s Day
Saturday, February 15, 2025 – 2:00 PM
Saturday, February 15, 2025 – 7:30 PM
Sunday, February 16, 2025 – 2:00 PM
Theater Programs
Join us at the theater to learn about Romeo and Juliet from artists involved in the production! Programs are free; no registration required.
Opening Night Preview | Friday, Feb. 14 | 6:30 p.m.
Don’t miss this special, preview conversation with Romeo & Juliet stagers Noelani Pantastico and Bruno Roque! Noelani began performing the role of Juliet in Jean-Christophe Maillot’s Romeo & Juliet in 2008 at Pacific Northwest Ballet, and worked closely with the choreographer when she later danced with Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo (BMC). Bruno danced with National Ballet of Portugal, the Royal Ballet of Flanders and concluded his career at BMC. He is a freelance choreographer and also a stager several of Maillot’s renowned works. Location TBD.
Tea with the A.D. | Saturday, Feb. 15 | 6:45 p.m.
Grab your tea – or your favorite drink – at the bar and join Artistic Director Adam W. McKinney for an informal conversation before the performance. Liberty Lounge, 2nd floor. Seating is limited, please register here.
Artist Q&A | Saturday, Feb. 15 | after the 7:30 p.m. performance
Join PBT artists Lucius Kirst (tonight’s Romeo), Corey Bourbonniere (Friar Laurence) and Christian García Campos (Juliet’s Nurse) for a discussion sparked by your questions! Come to the front of the orchestra section.
Curtain Up! | Sunday, Feb. 16 | 1 p.m.
This is a special opportunity to see the dancers warming up for the performance and to hear from Maestro Charles Barker, PBT’s Music Director and Principal Conductor, speak about Prokofiev’s magnificent score. Orchestra section.