Romeo and Juliet

“Teenagers [Asher] Hagler and [Quinnlyn] Scheppner make a sparkling couple, their commitment to the dialogue, coupled with a youthful exuberance, belying the fate of their characters. Under Willow Geer’s direction, they pull off the famed balcony scene and their individual monologues extolling their respective lovers with dexterity and wit.”

“One great thing about Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum is that it keeps the theatrical experience vibrantly analog. No digital displays, just lights, music, minimal props, and the talent of the cast. With the natural ravine as the background, even the sound of nature is highly appreciated.”

“Two actors who are still in high school wrestling down the spectrum of emotions, growth journeys and heartbreak of Shakespeare’s tale (to say nothing of the verse) is no small achievement…. One has to wonder for the purposes of a performance…can high school-aged actors credibly “get” this story? These two can, and do. Hagler and Scheppner make their marks; they are charismatic, genuine and, yes, also very young.”

“Under the open air of the Theatricum’s outdoor space, there are times when the star-crossed lovers seem to reflect real stars in their eyes.”

"HIGHLY RECOMMENDED"