Rubbish Shakespeare Company: Romeo and Juliet

WINNER: BEST KIDS SHOW (Leicester Comedy Festival). 

Enemies. Balconies. Kissing… SAUSAGE ROLLS!!?? 

The Rubbish Shakespeare Company presents a tragedy like no other. Three hapless idiots attempt the Bard’s most famous love story using nothing but a box of tatty wigs, a worn floral dress, and a burst airbed found by the bins. 

This acclaimed take on Romeo & Juliet is a riotous hour of frenetic slapstick, clowning and fourth-wall-breaking chaos. Taking huge liberties with the original text, the company splices Shakespeare’s classic lines with modern gags, physical comedy and gloriously silly storytelling that keeps everyone – from age 5 to 105 – completely hooked. 

Described as “like Horrible Histories but funnier” (Primary Times), this joyful production throws out the dusty rules of high art and celebrates the ridiculous heart of Shakespeare – and theatre itself. 

This isn't boring Shakespeare – it’s bonkers! 

Suitable for ages 5-105. 

Credits 

Performed by  

Alex MacDonald, Clement Studholme and Lee Hithersay 

Set design by  

Alex MacDonald 

Adapted by  

Rubbish Shakespeare Company 

Directed by 

Lee Hithersay 

Supported by  

Arts Council England and Granada Foundation