& Juliet At The Keller Auditorium
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If you’d told me a Shakespeare remix packed with early 2000s pop hits would have me cracking up and emotionally invested by the end… I might’ve raised an eyebrow. But & Juliet isn’t just another jukebox musical—it’s a wild, witty, and surprisingly thoughtful celebration of agency, reinvention, and pop bangers that defined a generation (my generation ❤️).
What if Juliet didn’t die at the end of Romeo & Juliet? What if, instead of a tragic ending, she got a second chance to define her own story—with a little help (and meddling) from Anne Hathaway and William Shakespeare themselves?
The result is a clever, high-energy ride told through the iconic songs of Max Martin—the songwriting genius behind hits like Since U Been Gone, Roar, Stronger, It’s My Life, and Teenage Dream (yes, really- we were researching this the whole way home because we thought royalties would be too damn high for this show to survive).
The talent of this cast was insane- especially when I realized how many cast members in the performance I saw were understudies. Juliet, played by Rachel Webb, was an absolute powerhouse. The talent in that lead role is insane—her vocals were jaw-dropping from the first haunting notes of her rendition of Baby One More Time, her presence lit up the stage, and her emotional range made even the most familiar pop songs feel new. From heartbreak anthems to power ballads, she carried every moment with such heart and strength.
Another incredible mention was Anne and Shakespeare- they were stealing scenes left and right. Their banter was hilarious, their chemistry electric, and the meta-commentary they wove into the plot gave the show real cleverness. Anne in particular had us laughing out loud and rooting for her feminist rewrites every time she stepped in with a new plot twist, and Shakespeare’s timing was spot.
Francois and May brought so much love and were two of the show’s most unexpectedly charming characters. Their chemistry was so natural and genuinely sweet, bringing some of the most heartfelt and hilarious moments to the stage. Their voices? Gorgeous. The way their harmonies blended added such emotional depth, and their duet moments were easily some of the most memorable of the night- especially since Whataya Want From Me is one of my absolute favorite songs. Total scene-stealers in the best way.
And the music…. Honestly, this is where & Juliet shines. The songs weren’t just shoehorned in—they were woven seamlessly into the narrative, often reframing familiar lyrics with brand-new meaning. It was fun to see how many emotional beats were elevated by songs you’ve probably belted alone in your car for years not truly feeling the meaning behind the words.
What can you expect if you attend?
- Think Shakespeare meets girlboss glitter concert.
- The costumes were playful and full of personality.
- The choreography brought the energy—even in the slower moments.
- The audience was clearly into it (which made it all the more fun to experience live).
Was every moment perfect? No show ever is. I personally thought there were some pacing lulls in Act II, and the night I attended included several understudies, which may have impacted overall chemistry in certain scenes. But honestly? The show delivered exactly what it promised: joy, empowerment, and a whole lot of fun.
& Juliet is a celebration of rewriting the story, choosing yourself, and dancing through it all—even the heartbreak.
Would I recommend it? Absolutely—especially for fans of pop music, those who like to see spins on classic stories, or anyone just looking for a fun, feel-good night out.
Go in ready to laugh, sing along (in your head), and maybe shed a few “I am woman, hear me roar” tears. Juliet lives—and she does it with glitter, heart, and a killer soundtrack.
🎟️ Ticket & Show Info:
Tickets can be purchased HERE.
Tuesday, August 5th @ 7:30pm
Wednesday, August 6th @ 7:30pm
Thursday, August 7th @ 7:30pm – American Sign Language Interpreted
Friday, August 8th @ 7:30pm – Audio Description
Saturday, August 9th @ 2:00pm and 7:30pm
Sunday, August 10th @ 1:00pm and 6:30pm – Open Caption
PORTLAND, OR ~ Broadway in Portland is delighted to announce that & Juliet will play eight performances in Portland from August 5 – 10.
Tickets are available at www.BroadwayinPortland.com.
Featuring songs by the legendary Grammy-winning songwriter/producer Max Martin, a book by the Emmy-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” David West Read, direction by Luke Sheppard and the choreography by Emmy-Award winner Jennifer Weber, & Julietopened on Broadway in November 2022, where it continues playing to sold-out crowds and breaking box office records.
The hilarious new musical & Juliet flips the script on the greatest love story ever told and asks: what would happen if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo? Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as she ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way.
Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems as iconic as her name, including “Since U Been Gone‚” “Roar,” “Baby One More Time,” “Larger Than Life‚” “That’s The Way It Is,” and “Can’t Stop the Feeling!”—all from the genius songwriter/producer behind more #1 hits than any other artist this century— Max Martin. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo. The only thing tragic would be missing it.
The full creative team for the North American tour of & Juliet includes David West Read (Book), Max Martin & Friends (Music & Lyrics), Luke Sheppard (Direction), Jennifer Weber (Choreography), Bill Sherman (Musical Supervision, Orchestrations and Arrangements), Soutra Gilmour (Scenic Design), Paloma Young (Costume Design), Howard Hudson (Lighting Design), Gareth Owen (Sound Design), Andrzej Goulding (Video & Projection Design) and J. Jared Janas (Hair, Wig & Makeup Design) and Dominic Fallacaro (Additional Orchestrations and Arrangements). The North American tour is music directed by Andre Cerullo. US Casting is by Stephen Kopel, Carrie Gardner, and Jillian Cimini, CSA. & Juliet is Executive Produced on Broadway and tour by Eva Price.
& Juliet is produced on Broadway and on tour by Max Martin, Tim Headington, Theresa Steele Page, Jenny Petersson, Martin Dodd and Eva Price.
& Juliet has now been performed on four continents since its World Premiere in September 2019. It began at the Manchester Opera House in England, before moving to London’s West End, where it won three Olivier Awards, and 6 WhatsOnStage Awards before playing its final performance at the Shaftesbury Theatre in March 2023. The show had its North American premiere in July 2022 in Toronto, where it broke box office records and played to standing-room-only audiences, before heading to Broadway, where it again broke box office records and plays nightly to sold-out crowds. An Australian production of & Juliet premiered in February 2023 at Melbourne’s Regent Theatre. A UK Tour began in July 2024 and the production made its German premiere in October 2024. The German production marks the show’s first production with a book translated into a different language, and will also be the sixth country to welcome & Juliet in less than five years. More information for all productions can be found at andjulietthemusical.com
The Original Broadway Cast Recording of & JULIET was released in October 2022 on Atlantic Records and is available wherever streaming music is played.
🎟️ Ticket & Show Info:
Tickets can be purchased HERE.
Tuesday, August 5th @ 7:30pm
Wednesday, August 6th @ 7:30pm
Thursday, August 7th @ 7:30pm – American Sign Language Interpreted
Friday, August 8th @ 7:30pm – Audio Description
Saturday, August 9th @ 2:00pm and 7:30pm
Sunday, August 10th @ 1:00pm and 6:30pm – Open Caption
Broadway in Portland is a partnership between Portland Opera and Broadway Across America.
