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

Updated: Dec 16, 2025


Photography by Brandon T. King
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.


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Reporter- Yaminah Legohn

Media Source - The Sundial



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