Shakespeare with a twist: CSUN’s hip take on Romeo & Juliet

Photography by Brandon T. King

From left Jason Steele (Mercutio), Alexa Lara (Benvolio), Daisy Acosta (Lady Montague), Emily Gomez (Princess of Verona), Thomas Cargin (Romeo), Sam Drake (Friar Laurence), and Liz Peralejo (Nan)

“Romeo & Juliet” debuted its first showing this past weekend with back-to-back sold out performances. Written by William Shakespeare, this production was directed by Melissa Chalsma, artistic director at Independent Shakespeare Co, with a modern twist, featuring CSUN theater students.

Presented by the Mike Curb College of Arts, Media and Communication Department of Theatre, the production opened on Feb. 21 and ran through Feb. 23 at the Little Theatre in Nordhoff Hall. The performance had a run time of 90 minutes.

The stage design, created by scenic designer BinhAn Nguyen, took a fresh approach to the classic setting. Blue and green lighting, curated by Claire Chrzan, set the mood as the audience found their seats.

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Reporter- Yaminah Legohn

Media Source - The Sundial