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June 30, 2023
6:30PM
Westwego Cultural Center
177 Sala Ave | Westwego, LA
TICKETS WILL ON SALE AT THE DOOR ONLY STARTING AT 6:00 P.M.
CASH AND CARD ACCEPTED
$5-$15+ SLIDING SCALE
In Verona, California during the summer of 1967, the sudden meeting of two women alters the course of their lives irrevocably. Despite the longstanding enmity between their ideologies, the two women resolve to take the risk of pursuing their love, recognizing its value above all else.
Pomegranate Playhouse's rendition of William Shakespeare's renowned play explores how women love and are instructed to love within the framework of "the nuclear family." Through themes of love, passion, conflict, and prejudice, Romeo and Juliet tells a story that highlights issues that still exist in contemporary society.
Director: Carlie Goodlett
Cast: Diana Ledet (Juliet), Shelby Wynne (Romeo), Avery Colle (Mercutio), Reagan Lincoln (Tybalt), Kaitlin Lombard (The Nurse), Annie Barker (Friar Lawrence), Carlie Goodlett (Benvolio), Benjamin Dougherty (Lord Capulet), Scarlett Lancon (Lady Capulet), Hector Bellarmino (Paris), Olivia Winter (Escalus), Mina Perkins (Sampson/Friar John), Emma Potts (Gregory/Petruchio), Ellen Daly (Abram/Rosalind)
**This Performance will be done in the style of “Drunk Shakespeare,” we will have shots available for sale to donate to actors whilst they perform**
Founded in 2023 by Carlie Goodlett and Avery Colle, Pomegranate Playhouse was first thought up in 2019 by Goodlett while working on a class project in her first year of college. As the years went on, Goodlett refined the idea to encompass a theater company driven by female perspectives and narratives of the LGBTQ+ community. Motivated by observing a New Orleans theatrical season of almost solely male protagonists, Goodlett and Colle recognized the pressing necessity for the emergence of Pomegranate Playhouse in the contemporary landscape.
Our mission is to empower and celebrate the voices of women and the queer community through compelling theatrical productions. As a female-led company, we are dedicated to showcasing the rich diversity and unique perspectives of women and queer individuals on stage. By presenting a repertoire of plays that center on the female and queer experiences, we aim to foster inclusivity, representation, and social change within the performing arts industry. Our commitment is to create an inclusive and supportive environment where talented artists can thrive, while engaging and inspiring audiences to challenge stereotypes and embrace the full spectrum of human stories. Together, we strive to create a world where female and queer voices are amplified, their stories are valued, and their contributions are recognized and celebrated.
