by William Shakespeare
English • Written c.1597 • Public Domain • Free to stream
Romeo and Juliet is Shakespeare's most famous tragedy and one of the greatest love stories ever written. Set in the Italian city of Verona, it follows two young people — Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet — whose families are locked in a bitter, ancient feud. They meet, fall instantly and passionately in love, and secretly marry. But fate, family hatred, and a series of terrible misunderstandings conspire to destroy them both. Written around 1597, the play has never been out of performance and gave the world some of its most quoted lines — "What's in a name?", "A plague on both your houses", "Parting is such sweet sorrow." It is a masterclass in character, language, and the tragedy of lives cut short by forces beyond their control.
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Romeo and Juliet was written by William Shakespeare, first performed around 1597. It is his most famous tragedy and one of the most performed plays in history.
Yes, Romeo and Juliet is in the public domain and free to read, share, and listen to worldwide.