Sergei Prokofiev's score finds a powerful echo in Rudolf Nureyev's sumptuous and colorful production. With its sets and costumes straight from the frescos of Renaissance Italy, this great ballet passionately reflects the youth and vigour which drive Shakespeare's tale of doomed love.
Cast:
Romeo - Manuel Legris
Juliet - Monique Loudières
Mercutio - Lionel Delanoë
Tybalt - Charles Jude
Benvolio - Wilfried Romoli
Rosaline - Karin Averty
Paris - José Martinez
Lady Capulet - Clotilde Vayer
Lord Capulet - Olivier Patey
The Nurse - Annie Carbonnel