Texas State University’s School of Theatre, Dance and Film presents Shakespeare’s tragedy Romeo and Juliet, running Feb. 4 to 9, in the Patti Strickel Harrison Theatre, located at 405 Moon Street.
Tickets range from $11 to $22 and can be purchased online at txstatepresents. com.
With feuding families, forbidden love and the tragic consequences of youthful passion, Romeo and Juliet explores the complexities of fate, family and love. Directed by third-year MFA director Kathleen McDowell, this production takes place in the not-so-distant future, emphasizing Shakespeare’s timelessness.
The tragic lovers Nyah Alder (Juliet) and Faraz Mobli (Romeo) bring their electric chemistry to the stage. They are aided by their allies, Ella Kriegel (Nurse), Kevin Engel (Friar Lawrence) and Nathan Bachtell (Benvolio), as they defy the generational hatred of their two families.
The infamous two houses are made up of Omari Crocker (Mercutio), Ricardo Lopez Montilla (Tybalt), Ciara de la Sayette (Lady Capulet), Konnor Sheppard (Lord Capulet), Miguel Gaytan (Lord Montague) and Izzy Enriquez (Lady Montague).
In addition, the cast includes Eva De Guelle (Escalus), Connor Duncan (Paris) and a powerhouse ensemble: Rem Remy, Brian Willery II, Presley Batkins and Kyler Huyse.
The creative team includes Maximiliano Estudillo Cantu, scenic designer; Jade Kelly Connaughton, costume designer; AJ Rose, lighting designer; Scott Murdock, sound designer; Colin Shay, technical director; and Ivy Clamons, production stage manager.
Whether a long-time Shakespeare enthusiast or a newcomer to his works, join TXST School of Theatre, Dance and Film for Romeo and Juliet in the Patti Strickel Harrison Theatre.
The Director is Kathleen McDowell. The cast: Juliet — Nyah Alder, Romeo — Faraz Mobli, Nurse — Ella Kriegel, Friar Lawrence — Kevin Engel, Benvolio — Nathan Bachtell, Mercutio — Omari Crocker, Tybalt — Ricardo Lopez Montilla, Lady Capulet — Ciara de La Sayette, Lord Capulet — Konnor Sheppard, Escalus — Eva De Guelle, Paris — Connor Duncan, Lord Montague/Ensemble — Miguel Gaytan, Lady Montague/Ensemble — Izzy Enriquez, Ensemble — Rem Remy, Brian Willery II, Presley Batkins and Kyler Huyse Parking will be directed to the Edward Gary Parking Garage, located at 401 Edward Gary Drive, behind the Performing Arts Center.
The schedule is as follows: • Friday, Feb. 7 at 7:30 p.m.
• Saturday, Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m.
• Sunday, Feb. 9 at 2 p.m.
The tickets are $22 for the public, $19 for TXST faculty and $11 for TXST students.
