WHITEFIELD — The Weathervane Theatre presents the ultimate love story “Romeo and Juliet.” Opening on Tuesday, Sept. 18, Shakespeare’s romantic masterpiece runs in alternating repertory through Sept. 27.
Returning to the Weathervane stage for the first time in 50 years, this timeless tale gets a modern makeover in a bold new production.
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