Valley Artists

Date: January 2010
Category: Performances

Valley Artists has commissioned Mad Cow's production of ‘Romeo & Juliet’ to be performed in Laguna Hall for four performances only on 22nd, 23rd, 24th & 25th January, 2010.

A young cast, a contemporary production - those who have seen it rave!

This production is set in Northern Ireland, and the time is Bloody Sunday, 1972. Tensions arise between English backed Unionists and the Irish Nationalists. Guerilla warfare is resulting in an alarming rate of casualties on both sides. Among the familial fighting we witness the tale of Romeo & Juliet, whose love transcends racial hatred and displays the innocence of youth.

Director Juz McGuire says, "It's all about passion. Passion about who we are, what our identity is, and how we fit into the grand scheme of things - this is the eternal search for identity which defines our lives. It has been an honour to lead and serve such a brilliant cast of talented and dedicated young actors."

Peter McCloy

Valley Artists is a non-profit organisation surviving solely on ticket sales, enthusiastic members and the generosity of local sponsorship.