World Premiere Interpretation

Sacramento is in for a real Shakespearean treat, with a world premiere of a brand new interpretation of Romeo and Juliet! Sacramento Ballet presents famed Korean choreographer Young Soon Hue's moving new production of the timeless tale of doomed lovers. Set to Prokofiev's mesmerizing musical score, performed by the it's a compelling and sumptuous experience not to be missed!

What Is The Story?

In 16th Century Verona, there are heated tensions between sworn enemies Montagues and Capulets. Their vicious hatred of one another is famed throughout the city, as is their often fatal swordplay. Romeo, the youngest of the Montague clan, is depressed after falling for a girl who spurned his advances, persuaded by cousin Tybalt, he sneaks into a Capulet ball in the hopes of finding her, that is, until he sees Juliet and falls deeply and immediately in love.

So begins a tale that has gone on to become our greatest, tragic story of young love doomed from the start.