Romeo & Juliet

The Washington Ballet brings Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy to the stage in Romeo & Juliet, a full-length ballet choreographed by Artistic Director Edwaard Liang and set to Sergei Prokofiev’s iconic score. Liang’s production places fresh emotional weight on the star-crossed lovers’ story, weaving intimate pas de deux with sweeping ensemble scenes and visceral sword fights against a vivid Renaissance backdrop. The ballet emphasizes the urgency and humanity of two young people defying a world that insists they be apart, inviting both longtime devotees and newcomers to experience the stakes of one of history’s most enduring love stories.

Venue: The National Theatre, located at 1321 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004. For venue inquiries, call (202) 628-6161.

When: May 14 through May 16, 2027.

Showtimes: Friday, May 14 at 7:30 PM; Saturday, May 15 at 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM; Sunday, May 16 at 2:00 PM.

Tickets: Individual ticket prices are not listed. Group discounts are available for parties of 10 or more: 10% off for 10–15 people, 15% off for 15–20 people, and 20% off for 20 or more people. Group bookings avoid venue single‑sale fees, include free ticket‑amount exchanges, and provide a personal sales liaison. A 15% non‑refundable deposit is required to reserve group tickets, with full payment due two weeks before the performance. Flexible payment plans can be arranged.

Lineup: Choreography by Edwaard Liang, Artistic Director of The Washington Ballet. Music by Sergei Prokofiev. Performed by The Washington Ballet.

Run time: Not specified in the available details.

Ages: Not specified in the available details.

Note: Subscribers to The Washington Ballet’s 2026/27 Season can save up to 20% on tickets. The National Theatre’s website offers additional information about accessibility and venue policies.