Step into a fictional Philly nightlife, where Club Capulet currently leads the scene thanks to the success of its star, the gender-bending draglesque performer, Juliette. Curious to see what the fuss is all about, performers from a rival club, Montague’s, sneak into a show at Club Capulet.

Montague’s star, Romeo, is expecting to have a drink, throw some shade, and maybe steal an idea or two… only to have his heart stolen instead…

If you’ve ever seen Shakespeare’s classic play, you know what (probably) comes next… but you’ve likely never experienced it like this!

Combining burlesque, drag arts, immersive theater, and some of Philly’s finest operatic performers, Prismatic Arts Ensemble is bringing a unique twist to Gounod’s famous operatic setting of Romeo and Juliet that you won't want to miss!

Sung in French with a new translation projected in English.

Semi-staged production, with piano accompaniment and immersive elements.

Estimated run time: 2 hrs and 20 minutes, including intermission. 

Content Warning: This production includes themes and depictions of drug & alcohol use, sex, violence, self harm, and suicide. We recommend audience members be 18 or older. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Accessibility: The theatre at Christ Church Neighborhood House is located on the 3rd floor, which can be accessed via an elevator. General admission seats are on risers. If you require a seat at floor level, please reach out to us at prismaticensemble@gmail.com to make arrangements with us!

Other Details:

Love City Brewing will be selling beer at this event. Curated mocktails, other non-alcoholic beverages, and snacks will be available for purchase as well.

This production will include immersive elements, including (but not limited to) close physical interaction with the actors. Audience members will be able to opt out if they wish upon arrival at the theatre.

This production is made possible by the financial support of the Philadelphia Cultural Fund.