Romeo and Juliet

"Romeo and Juliet” has been shorthand for epic, tragic love for centuries. Whether it’s Shakespearean storytellers or Leonardo DiCaprio starring in the story, we’re all bracing ourselves for that familiar ending. The musical “& Juliet,” a Broadway tour production landing in Boston next month, flips this classic ending on its head. What if instead of ending it all over a boy, Juliet just moved on?

Shakespeare’s tale of star-crossed lovers may be one of the most iconic and tragic love stories of all time. The classic tale gets a contemporary refresh at American Repertory Theater next month, spearheaded by Tony Award-winning director Diane Paulus and two-time Olivier Award-winning choreographer Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui.