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A Raucous, Brilliantly Queer Triumph: Drunk Shakespeare’s Pride Celebration of Romeo and Juliet

I can’t stop raving about the sheer genius that is Drunk Shakespeare’s Pride Celebration of Romeo and Juliet. This stellar cast didn’t just perform Shakespeare — they tore it wide open, doused it in glitter and shots, and served up a performance that was uproarious, heartfelt, and unapologetically queer.

From the first tipsy toast to the final bow, every member of this cast was magnetic. Their comedic timing was razor-sharp, the improv was fearless, and they brought an infectious energy that made the entire audience feel like we were in on the world’s wildest inside joke. Watching them drunkenly (yet expertly) navigate Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy was pure magic — equal parts chaos and brilliance.

But what really made this production shine was how they reclaimed Romeo and Juliet for Pride. Lines we’ve heard a thousand times landed with new depth and hilarious twists, and the queer joy woven through every scene felt like a celebration of love in all its messy, beautiful forms. It was outrageous, tender, and truly one-of-a-kind.

This cast is a masterclass in ensemble chemistry. Every actor gave 110%, throwing themselves (sometimes literally) into the revelry and heartbreak of Verona with total abandon. It was impossible to pick a favorite — each performer had a moment to steal the spotlight and run away with it, leaving the audience roaring with laughter or wiping away tears (sometimes both).

If you have the chance to see Drunk Shakespeare’s Pride Celebration, grab it — and bring your loudest cheers. This cast is a gift, the kind of brilliant, boozy mischief-makers who remind us exactly why live theater is so damn special. I’ll be talking about this night for years to...

Okay, my friend and I had absolutely no idea how this was to go down but figured it would be a fun production (DRUNK ROMEO AND JULIET) to check out. FIRST, definitely not for kids (what with the various coughs adult toys winks replacing the knives and swords). SECOND, the “in your face” closeness of the actors and at times, interactions with the actors themselves (beer pong anyone?) along with the adult humor and double entendres winks, a very good time was had by everyone! It was Mother’s Day and many adult children brought their parent(s) to the production. What a surprise upon entering to be given a free shot of an adult beverage. Also, actual bidding for a couple to be royalty and sit upon the throne for the entirety of the show (great way to raise extra funds!!) was a hoot. Also, the ability to order drinks and snacks from your seat and delivered right to you is hands down ingenious. Audience participation was encouraged with specific instructions (add the drinking while watching the performance and the whole experience was quite enjoyable!) I loved the intimacy of the theatre and performances of each actor…Kudos to “Juliet” as she downed her shots and was able to remember her lines (or ad lib), act and dance without stumbling. It was an afternoon well spent in laughter (always the...

What a great experience from start to finish! Drunk Shakespeare is a no holds barred take on the classic Shakespeare play Macbeth but delivering it with a raunchy, pop culture sense of humor. The actors participating are excellent at their craft. They do a marvelous job at not only performing Macbeth, but also getting the audience involved through hilarious improv and role play. They have a small bar on site, which you can order from a select offering of cocktails, wine (by glass or bottle) and beer. Conveniently, they have a wait staff that will bring the drinks out to your seat, so you won't miss any of the show. The venue, Sage Theater, is a great location for such a show. The main room is long and has multilevel seating which gives everyone an unobstructed view of the stage floor. While there are no bad seats in the house, I believe the balcony seats are the best. Not only are they the cheapest option, but they are also the only seats that have a surface to place your drink/food. Both the more expensive floor and mid tier seats force you to either hold your drink or put it on the floor directly at your feet. Overall, Drunk Shakespeare is a worthwhile experience and a riot of a time for both playgoers and people just looking for...