International hit musical & Juliet coming to Newcastle

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International hit musical & Juliet coming to Newcastle

Newcastle audiences will experience the global smash hit & Juliet when it arrives at the Civic Theatre in June 2026.

The Olivier Award-winning musical reimagines Shakespeare's most famous heroine, asking: what if Juliet's story didn't end with Romeo? Instead of tragedy, Juliet seizes the chance to take control of her own future in a bold, funny and uplifting retelling.

Featuring a soundtrack of pop megahits including Since U Been Gone, Roar, Baby One More Time and Larger Than Life, & Juliet has been described as "a jukebox musical like no other", blending contemporary chart-toppers with a witty new take on a classic story.

Directed by Lauren Harvey, with choreography by Vanessa Ambrose and musical direction by Dan Wilson, the Very Popular Theatre Company production promises a high-energy theatrical experience filled with humour, heart and show-stopping performances.

"& Juliet is a celebration of second chances, independence and joy," said Producer Hayley Stoddart. "It takes one of theatre's most iconic characters and lets her rewrite her own ending. Backed by the biggest pop songs of the last 30 years. It's a show that makes you laugh, sing and walk away feeling empowered."

& Juliet has played to sold-out seasons on Broadway and the West End, and now brings its fearless remix of love, life and second chances to Newcastle.

Event Details
What:              & Juliet
Where:           Civic Theatre Newcastle
When:            20 - 28 June 2026

Waitlist now:  https://andjulietnewcastle.com.au/

About & Juliet
Premiering in London's West End in 2019, & Juliet quickly became one of the most celebrated new musicals of the decade. It has won three Olivier Awards, played to packed houses on Broadway, and continues to tour internationally. With a book by Emmy Award-winning writer David West Read (Schitt's Creek) and music from Grammy-winning songwriter Max Martin, the show has been praised by critics and audiences alike for its wit, energy and empowering message.

For interviews contact:

Lyn Thurnham, Thurnham Teece

0418 490 989, lthurnham@thurnhamteece.com.au