An epic love story set in 1960s Hong Kong

Ancient grudges between triad families. Passion and tragedy. The iconic balcony scene. Experience the thrill of first love and the drama and heartbreak of warring families in 1960s Hong Kong! Shakespeare’s timeless tale of star-crossed lovers is given a fresh and thought-provoking retelling in Septime Webre’s lush Romeo + Juliet. Juliet’s father is an unrelenting Shanghainese tycoon who is determined to marry his only daughter off to a wealthy gweilo, not knowing that Juliet has already given her heart to the only son of his greatest enemy.

Accompanied by Prokofiev’s celebrated score, an emotional and colourful tale of young love and loss is vividly brought to life with captivating dancing, lively mahjong games and glamorous cheongsams. Webre’s original choreography seamlessly incorporates intense street battles with traditional Hong Kong-style kung fu against visually authentic sets inspired by old Hong Kong’s cityscape. Romeo + Juliet was in high demand during its US tour to New York and North Carolina in 2023, receiving enthusiastic public and critical acclaim. This brilliantly imagined adaptation is especially relevant for contemporary audiences as it fuses dance and drama against a backdrop of a world in flux. This September, Romeo + Juliet will be performed as the opening programme of 'Hong Kong Week 2025@Seoul' at The National Theater of Korea.



'Transposing the action from medieval Italy to 1960s Hong Kong is an ingenious idea which serves the dual purpose of appealing to the local audience while offering a uniquely Hong Kong product for international tours. Visually the production is stunning and there is plenty of good dancing' 
South China Morning Post


'HKB provided a fresh take on Shakespeare's story. It transported audiences back in time by featuring an intricately designed set that kept changing, along with costumes that captured fashion from the era.'
China Daily
 

17.10.2025 (Fri) 7:30pm*
18.10.2025 (Sat) 2:30pm^ & 7:30pm*
19.10.2025 (Sun) 2:30pm* & 7:30pm^
Grand Theatre, Hong Kong Cultural Centre
Tickets are now available at URBTIX
*$1,200 (Limited VIP Tickets) $760, $560, $400, $260
^$1,000 (Limited VIP Tickets) $680, $480, $320, $180
The performance lasts approximately 2 hrs and 15 mins including 1 intermission
Ages 6 and above

Creative Team

Choreography: Septime Webre
Music: Sergei Prokofiev 
Costume Design: Mandy Tam
Set Design: Ricky Chan
Assistant Set Design: Ryan Lo
Lighting Design: Billy Chan
Sound Design: Leung Sze Wah, Sherman
Dramaturge: Yan Pat To
Make-up Design: M-A-C Cosmetics
 
 Martial Arts Advisor: Hing Chao
Martial Arts Partner: International Guoshu Association

 Live Accompaniment: Hong Kong Sinfonietta
Conductor: Fayçal Karoui

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Gallery

Hong Kong Backstory of Septime Webre's Romeo + Juliet

Joint Promotional Offers


Enjoy a Perrier-Jouët Champagne Masterclass

HK$1,200/1,000 (VIP) ticket holders of this production can enjoy a complimentary glass of Perrier-Jouët Champagne at a bespoke location by Pernod Ricard gifted by HKB's Champagne Partner Perrier-Jouët Champagne.


Registration: [email protected]
(Please include name, phone number and a copy of Romeo + Juliet ticket stub)

Enquiries: 2398 3636 (Ms Hui)


Enjoy special dining offer at BluHouse, Holt’s Café or Bayfare Social at Rosewood Hong Kong

Ticket holders of this production can enjoy 15% off dining at BluHouse, Holt’s Café or Bayfare Social at Rosewood Hong Kong upon presentation of their HKB tickets.

Details

Enquiries: 3891 8732 | [email protected]

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Experience the After Sunset Special Offer at K11 ARTUS

Seize the unparalleled magic hour of sunset by the Victoria Harbour twice during your stay!
Relish a 24-hour artisanal stay at K11 ARTUS by checking-in at 5pm and checking-out at 5pm the following day.
 

Enquiries / Reservation: 2107 7700 | s[email protected]
Website: www.artus.com.hk

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Enjoy Complimentary Bottle of Sparkling Tea at The Lobby Lounge of Regent Hong Kong

Ticket holders of this production can enjoy a complimentary bottle of Sparkling Tea with order of “Afternoon Tea Set for 2 persons” or with minimum spending at HK$1,000 per reservation at The Lobby Lounge.

Details

Enquiries / Reservation: 2313 2313 | [email protected]

 

Enjoy Two for One for Afternoon Tea at 181 Fortnum & Mason

Ticket holders of this production can enjoy a two for one promotion for classic afternoon tea at 181 Fortnum & Mason, valid from 7 days prior and after the performances.

Details

Enquiries / Reservation: 3916 8181 | [email protected]
Website: www.181fortnums.com.hk


Sponsors and Partners

HK Ballet Spectacular by the Harbour Partner
Event Sponsor
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Champagne Partner
Outdoor Media Partner
Radio Partner
Make-up Partner
English Media Partner
Strategic Cultural Partner
Principal Physiotherapy Provider

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