Shakespeare and Rap. A love story. The original play, originally scored – with rap and R&B.
Everything that makes Shakespeare’s play so well loved is here. The rich, feuding families. The intense, forbidden passion. And the flash of violence that tears the young lovers apart, sending them spiralling towards tragedy.
This is unmistakeably Shakespeare’s love story, unaltered in its original text. But it’s not just Shakespeare’s play. There is an important Plus One: rap.
Our story shines with new, original elements of rap – as well as soul and R&B. Think everyday English as well as the Elizabethan variety. And the poetry of rap rhythms as well as perfect pentameters.
Romeo and Juliet is a co-production with Bristol Old Vic and Hackney Empire. Directed by Corey Campbell, creative director of the Belgrade, the play springs from our communities. The music elements reflect a collaboration with new company, That’s a Rap. And we’ve worked with local young people who have been taken out of mainstream education, on the production.
Together, we’ve created something unique. A Shakespearean lyrical love story – for people who love the music of the spoken word of every generation
Hotels near Belgrade Theatre
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Wondering where to stay that's close to Belgrade Theatre? We've teamed up with Booking.com to provide the best room rates for hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs near the Romeo And Juliet event in Coventry.
Premier Inn Coventry City
In the heart of Coventrys city centre, close to the cathedral and the West Orchard shopping centre, the hotel offers great value, with spacious, comfortable and modern en suite rooms..
Highcroft Guest House
Highcroft Guest House provides 3-star bed and breakfast accommodation with Sky TV and free Wi-Fi, just 2 minutes walk from the centre of Coventry. All rooms at Highcroft Guest House offer both free Wi-Fi access and flat-screen HD TV..
Britannia Hotel Coventry
Next to Coventry Cathedral, the Britannia is a 5-minute walk from the citys shops, theatres and restaurants. It offers en suite rooms, free Wi-Fi and a restaurant with cathedral views..
Ramada Hotel & Suites
Just a 10-minute walk from Coventry Rail Station, the 4-star Ramada Hotel & Suites boasts a prime position at the heart of Coventry city centre. A 24-hour front desk is provided and St Michaels Cathedral is less than 1-mile from the Ramada..
Premier Inn Coventry City
Only 10 minutes walk from Coventry City Centre, this Premier Inn provides bright, modern rooms with an en suite bathroom. Guests can dine in the on-site restaurant, and Coventry Rail Station is less than a 15-minute walk away..
ibis Coventry Centre
With a superb central location, right in the historic centre of the city and just 5 minutes walk from Coventry Railway Station, the Ibis Coventry offers modern air-cooled rooms..
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