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Two hearts. One fate. A timeless love reborn.
The Dukes Theatre Company presents Shakespeares Romeo and Juliet, a bold reimagining of the iconic tragedy directed by Joseph Pitcher. Pitchers acclaimed credits include Gypsy (UK Theatre Award for Best Musical Production) and My Fair Lady at The Mill at Sonning, and Macbeth at the Salomons Theatre, Tubridge Wells. Returning to the company following Macbeth (2025), this vibrant production also features original music by composer Rob Millett (Rambert Dance Company and The Royal Opera House, The National Theatre and Shakespeares Globe).

Audience Advisory:
This performance of Romeo and Juliet contains themes and depictions of war, death, suicide and violence, which may be distressing for some viewers. Viewer discretion is advised, and it is recommended for ticket holders aged seven and above.

Running time:
2 hours, including a 15 minute interval.

Gates open:
45 minutes before the performance.

Tickets:
E-tickets are preferred (to be shown on smart phones or tablets).
Paper tickets are also accepted. If e-tickets or paper tickets are a problem for you, we can find your name on the system.

Carers Tickets:
All carers go free at our events. If you are an audience member who requires a carer to attend with you, please first of all book your own ticket, then email boxoffice@thedukestheatrecompany.co.uk with name, email address and booking number along with proof of the carers status and we will email you a complimentary carers ticket.

We accept the following as proof of carers status:
- Attendance Allowance Letter (AA)
- Carers Allowance Letter of Award
- Disability Living Allowance Letter (DLA)
- Personal Independence Payments (PIP)
- Armed Forces Independence Payments (AFIP)
- Valid Blue Badge

*Note, this applies to venues where The Dukes Theatre Company Ltd are running the ticketing through the Ticketsource platform.
For venues running their own ticketing, please see the venues own exchange/cancellation policy.

Seating:
Seating is not provided. Please bring fold up garden chairs, camping chairs or blankets. People on blankets will be advised to sit in the first 5 metres in front of the stage. The production is supported by a PA system, with each actor individually amplified.

Getting Here:
Road: Conwy via A55 or B5106.
Rail: 2km/1.6mls Llandudno Junction or 0.6km/0.4mls Conwy Station, on the Crewe-Llandudno Junction/Holyhead route.
Bus: 200m/220yards, route No 5, Llandudno-Conwy-Bangor/Caernarfon
Bike: NCN Route No.5 (150m/164yards).

By Train:From central London there are services from London Euston station to Bangor railway station The journey time is approx 3 hours 15 minutes. From Bangor it is 10 miles to the castle, visitors can get a taxi to get from Bangor to the castle. From Cardiff there are services to Bangor station with a journey time of approx 4 hours 10 minutes, from Bangor visitors can take a taxi to the castle.

Parking:
Conwy Conwy Car Parks Operated by Conwy County Borough Council.
Conwy County has a number of car parks within each of its main towns. Please follow this link for information on car park locations and charges.

Accessibility:
Access to upper levels of the castle are via staircases that can be narrow and difficult to navigate with restricted mobility.
Please contact the on-site team for more detailed advice and guidance. Tel: 01492 592358.
Accessible Toilets available at this site for visitor use.

Dogs:
Except for assistance/guide dogs, we regret that we cannot admit any dogs or other pets to our performances. We appreciate that most dogs are well behaved, but it only takes one pinched meat pie or canine stage invasion, and chaos ensues! It has to be one rule for all.

Toilets:
Visitor Toilets on lower level of visitor centre with baby change facilities.

Food and Drink:
Picnicking is encouraged before and during the performance, and at the interval. There is no bar or refreshment facility at this venue.

Weather and Cancellations:
Please be prepared for performances to continue in all eventualities, with the exception of severe rain, heat or wind. For detailed weather and exchange policy, please click: https://www.thedukestheatrecompany.co.uk/weather-and-exchanges

FAQs:
For an extensive list of answers to frequently asked questions, click: https://www.thedukestheatrecompany.co.uk/faq