Shakespeare's heartbreaking tale of forbidden love, brought to life in a new production co-directed by Rob Ashford and Kenneth Branagh. It was performed as part of the Plays at the Garrick Season in 2016, starring Derek Jacobi as Mercutio, Meera Syal as the Nurse, and Lily James and Richard Madden as the star-crossed lovers. This official tie-in edition features the version of Shakespeare's text performed in the production as well as exclusive additional material.
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Don't have much to say about this that hasn't been said over a million times before. It's a sad story. Very tragic. Not really romantic. Makes the world look like a dark place that hates everyone. Oh woeful me, me miserable wrench! Exit
