Romeo and Juliet’s Notebook written by Aimée Beaudoin and Jeff Halaby and directed by John Hudson is a modern adaptation of the classic Shakespearian tale but with a Edmontonian twist. When two star crossed lovers, Romeo Yellowhead and Juliet Henday meet by chance at a party, they decide to secretly get married despite their families ongoing feud. The show features an array of popular tunes with the occasional re write to make the lyrics fit the show. This parody will knock your socks off. Its a funny, witty, well thought out show that features a talented cast of thespians. One of my favorite parts of the show is when Romeo is supposed to banished to SPOILER Leduc for a crime he committed but instead is to be sent to Drayton Valley. The spotlights and use of the projector created some amazing silhouette’s throughout the show of the two lovers during their scenes. The actors made good use of the space, not only using the stage, but the space that was in front of the stage, even walking up and down the isles interacting with the audience. Overall, this show is a foot tapping, gut splitting parody you don’t want to miss. You can catch Romeo and Juliet’s Notebook at the Edmonton Fringe Festival August 17 - 24th 2025.