Glasshouse Port Macquarie presents Bell Shakespeare's:
Romeo & Juliet
Written by William Shakespeare
Directed by Peter Evans
Did my heart love till now?
Act 1, Scene 5
After a chance meeting, an intense but forbidden love is ignited between two young lovers, Romeo and Juliet. Despite the unending, violent feud between their families, they will risk everything to be together.
Peter Evans’ critically acclaimed production of the greatest love story ever told returns to stages in 2025.
This raw portrayal of Romeo & Juliet will envelop you in the passion, the intensity and the heartbreak of Shakespeare’s most evocative tragedy.
The Cast
She’s magnetic. She’s fearless. She’s Juliet.
Leading the 2025 National Tour of Romeo & Juliet is Madeline Li, joined by the charismatic Ryan Hodson as Romeo.
This production brings together a "fantastic young cast who are coming at this classic story with a fresh and infectious energy that you won’t want to miss."
Joining them:
Merridy Eastman as Nurse
Jack Halabi as Paris
Khisraw Jones-Shukoor as Friar
Tom Matthews as Tybalt
Brittany Santariga as Mercutio & the Prince
James Thomasson as Benvolio
Michael Wahr as Capulet
Adinia Wirasti as Lady Capulet
Romeo & Juliet Pre-Show Function
Enhance your experience of Romeo & Juliet by joining us at our exclusive pre-show function.
Enjoy the finest Angove wines, expertly paired with delectable cheese and fruit platters, while mingling with fellow theatre lovers in a relaxed, social atmosphere.
To secure your spot, contact the box office to purchase your pre-show function ticket alongside your show ticket.
Be quick – places are limited for this exclusive event! Click here for more information.

Part of Glasshouse SELECT 2025 Theatre Program
Part of Education @ Glasshouse 2025 Theatre Program