Shakespeare's Tragedy as an Impressive Dance Piece

In the Main House of the Braunschweig State Theatre, “Romeo and Juliet” celebrates its premiere as a dance piece. The choreographer Gregor Zöllig dedicates himself to one of the most famous tragedies of world literature and brings Sergei Prokofiev's musical adaptation of William Shakespeare's story to the stage.

At the center are Romeo and Juliet, whose love is trapped in the conflict of their feuding families. The tragic original provides space for a dance exploration of strong emotions, familial oppositions, and the consequences of social conflicts. Zöllig's choreography translates Shakespeare's drama into the language of dance, making the narrative tangible through movement, body, and stage presence.

Dance after Shakespeare

Sergei Prokofiev's “Romeo and Juliet” is one of the defining musical adaptations of the Shakespeare material. As a dance piece, the production combines this composition with a contemporary choreographic perspective. The premiere at the Braunschweig State Theatre invites the audience to experience the well-known story not only as a play but in an independent dance form.

Gregor Zöllig choreographs the Braunschweig production and places the tragedy at the heart of the evening. The Main House provides the setting for the first performance. Further details regarding start times, ticket prices, cast, and tickets are not included in the available event information. Interested parties should therefore check the official production page of the Braunschweig State Theatre for current details and ticket purchase.

Important Information

• Production: “Romeo and Juliet” as a dance piece
• Choreography: Gregor Zöllig
• Music: Sergei Prokofiev
• Source: William Shakespeare's tragedy
• Premiere: October 30, 2026
• Venue: Main House of the Braunschweig State Theatre

The premiere is aimed at anyone who wants to experience dance theatre, classical material, and musically driven stage productions in Braunschweig.