Know Before You Go:
Your Guide to Attending Roméo et Juliette.
We’re thrilled you’re joining us for Roméo et Juliette on August 21 & 23, 2026. Here are some insider tips and FAQs to peruse before attending the performance.
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The curtain will rise at 7 PM on Friday and 3 PM on Sunday.
We recommend arriving early to enjoy a pre-concert talk with director Lisl Wangermann and choreographer Michael Waldrop. The talk will begin at 6:20 PM on Friday evening and 2:20 PM on Sunday afternoon. It will take place in the balcony and will include a conceptual presentation followed by a Q&A.
The house will open at the conclusion of the pre-concert talk, 6:40 PM on Friday evening and 2:40 PM on Sunday afternoon.
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Yes, we recommend arriving early to enjoy a pre-concert talk with director Lisl Wangermann and choreographer Michael Waldrop. The talk will begin at 6:20 PM on Friday evening and 2:20 PM on Sunday afternoon. It will take place in the balcony and will include a discussion of the concept followed by a Q&A.
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Roméo et Juliette is being performed at the Eccles Center for Performing Arts in Park City, which is adjacent to the Park City High School. The address is 1750 Kearns Boulevard, Park City, Utah 84060.
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There is free parking available directly in front of the Eccles Center. We encourage you to carpool or take advantage of public transportation if possible.
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Yes, delicious French biscotti and beverages will be provided by Union Patisserie. Concessions can be purchased prior to the beginning of the show and during intermission.
Outside food and beverages are not permitted at the performance. But don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! Alcohol will not be served as per campus policy.
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On Friday evening, Courchevel Bistro on Main Street will be hosting a special Roméo et Juliette pre-theater dinner. Reservations can be made by calling the restaurant and asking for the opera dinner at (435-572-4398). We recommend making a 5:00 PM reservation.
There are dozens of restaurants and bars in the area where you can enjoy a bite before or after the performance. On Friday, we recommend securing a 5 PM reservation for an early dinner so that you’ll get to the theater in plenty of time. On Sunday, enjoy brunch before the matinee at 3:00 PM.
For dinner options nearby, we recommend Sammy’s Bistro, Windy Ridge Cafe, and Twisted Fern, as well as Le Depot, Handle, and High West Saloon on Main Street.
For brunch, check out Windy Ridge Cafe, Five5eeds, SALTBOX, and Boneyard Saloon!
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On Friday evening, August 21, Courchevel Bistro on Main Street will be hosting a special Roméo et Juliette pre-theater dinner. This event is limited to 40 people total and features a prix-fix French menu. Reservations can be made by calling the restaurant and asking for the opera dinner at (435-572-4398). We recommend making a 5:00 PM reservation.
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English supertitles will be projected in real-time. Don’t worry, you won’t miss any of the drama!
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The runtime includes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes of music and a 20-minute intermission.
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Yes, an orchestra of 40+ players will be performing alongside our singers. To view their biographies, click here.
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Roméo et Juliette will be performed in French. English supertitles will be projected in real-time, so you won’t miss a word.
This production features a talented cast of singers from around the globe. Meet our cast!
If you’re curious about the story or want to get a taste of the music, check out our narrated Spotify playlist.
Looking to study up before the performance? Check out this curated reading list from our friends at The King’s English Bookshop:
Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare: Read the play that started it all!
The Operas of Charles Gounod by Steven Huebner: Learn more about Gounod’s career and musical style, including a detailed analysis of Roméo et Juliette.
The Keys to French Opera in the Nineteenth Century by Hervé Lacombe: This scholarly work examines the music, style, and social context of French opera during the time of Roméo et Juliette’s premiere.
Romeo and Juliet: Language and Writing by Catherine Belsey: Take a deep dive into Shakespeare’s language, as Belsey unpacks the play’s meaning and enduring significance.
Ballet and Opera in the Age of Giselle by Marian Smith: Study up on the close relationship between ballet and French opera in the nineteenth century.
Juliet by Anne Fortier: This contemporary novel presents an exciting spin on the classic tale, as a modern woman discovers she is related to the real-life Juliet Capulet and is charged with breaking a family curse.
If you just can’t wait for opening night, take a sneak peek behind the scenes!
What if I have additional questions that were not included in this FAQ?
No worries, fill out our contact form at any time, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
