Francesca Amewudah-Rivers takes on the role of Juliet alongside Tom Holland in the Jamie Lloyd Company’s production.
The director of a new production of Romeo & Juliet condemns the “deplorable racial abuse” aimed at Francesca Amewudah-Rivers, Tom Holland’s co-star playing Juliet, calling for it to end. Jamie Lloyd, after announcing the full cast, addressed the harassment online and asserted the company’s support for its artists’ creative freedom.
The cast also includes Freema Agyeman, Michael Balogun, Tomiwa Edun, Mia Jerome, Daniel Quinn-Toye, and Ray Sesay. The statement underscores a zero-tolerance policy towards abuse and pledges support for the entire company.
Though the director didn’t specify the recipient of the abuse, it’s evident from Amewudah-Rivers’ inundated Instagram post announcing her role.
In the upcoming production of Shakespeare’s classic tragedy, Tom Holland will return to the stage for the first time since his debut in Billy Elliot: The Musical at the age of 12.
Francesca Amewudah-Rivers will make her West End debut in Romeo & Juliet, adding to her extensive stage experience, which includes performances in productions such as School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play at the Lyric Hammersmith, The Kola Nut Does Not Speak English at the Bush Theatre, and Macbeth at Shakespeare’s Globe, among others. She has also studied acting at the National Youth Theatre REP Company.
Scheduled to run from May 11 to August 3 at London’s Duke of York’s Theatre, Romeo & Juliet promises to be a captivating theatrical experience.
(FAQ) – Romeo & Juliet Production
1. Who stars alongside Tom Holland in the Jamie Lloyd Company’s production of Romeo & Juliet?
Francesca Amewudah-Rivers takes on the role of Juliet alongside Tom Holland in the production.
2. What is the director’s response to the racial abuse faced by Francesca Amewudah-Rivers?
Jamie Lloyd condemns the racial abuse aimed at Amewudah-Rivers and asserts the company’s support for its artists’ creative freedom.
3. Who else is part of the cast of the production?
The cast includes Freema Agyeman, Michael Balogun, Tomiwa Edun, Mia Jerome, Daniel Quinn-Toye, and Ray Sesay.
4. When and where will the production of Romeo & Juliet take place?
The production is scheduled to run from May 11 to August 3 at London’s Duke of York’s Theatre.
5. Is this Tom Holland’s first return to the stage since his debut in Billy Elliot: The Musical?
Yes, Tom Holland returns to the stage for the first time since his debut in Billy Elliot: The Musical at the age of 12.
6. What is significant about Francesca Amewudah-Rivers’ role in Romeo & Juliet?
This production marks Amewudah-Rivers’ West End debut, adding to her extensive stage experience in various productions.
7. How can I learn more about Francesca Amewudah-Rivers’ acting background?
Amewudah-Rivers has performed in productions such as School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play at the Lyric Hammersmith, The Kola Nut Does Not Speak English at the Bush Theatre, and Macbeth at Shakespeare’s Globe. She has also studied acting at the National Youth Theatre REP Company.
8. What measures does the director, Jamie Lloyd, announce regarding online harassment and abuse?
Jamie Lloyd emphasizes a zero-tolerance policy towards abuse and pledges unwavering support for the entire company, ensuring a safe and respectful environment for all involved.
9. Can you provide more details about Francesca Amewudah-Rivers’ stage experience?
In addition to her upcoming role in Romeo & Juliet, Amewudah-Rivers has showcased her talent in various productions, including School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play, The Kola Nut Does Not Speak English, and Macbeth, highlighting her versatility as an actress.
10. What expectations can audiences have for the production of Romeo & Juliet?
Scheduled to captivate audiences from May 11 to August 3 at London’s Duke of York’s Theatre, Romeo & Juliet promises an enthralling theatrical experience, blending the timeless tale of love and tragedy with the talent of its stellar cast and crew.
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