SUMMER TOUR 2026

TWO HEARTS. ONE FATE.
A TIMELESS LOVE REBORN.

The Duke’s Theatre Company presents Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, a bold reimagining of the iconic tragedy directed by Joseph Pitcher.

Pitcher’s acclaimed credits include My Fair Lady at The Mill at Sonning, Bard from the Barn at the Barn Theatre Cirencester, and The Winter’s Tale at Theatre on the Bay in Cape Town.

This vibrant production also features original music by award-winning composer Rob Millett, whose previous commissions include Ballet Rambert, the National Theatre, and Shakespeare’s Globe. Blending dynamic staging, evocative sound, and the enduring power of Shakespeare’s verse, this retelling illuminates the passion, peril, and youthful intensity at the play’s core, inviting audiences to rediscover the world’s most famous star-crossed lovers.

Donate, Support

The Duke’s Theatre Company receives no public or government funding and intends to self-generate the finance for all productions. Its inception was generously supported by a small number of key Supporting Founders, and the company wishes to record its gratitude to the following individuals here.

 

Jonathan Courage | Rosemary and Terry St John | Debbie and Chris Norris | Enid Dunhill | Emily and Ryan Elsworth | TJ | Christine and Dave Nutall | Shamia Chalabi | Stuart Mallalieu | Helen Nuttall | Rosamund Shelley

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The generosity of our patrons and friends can help to ensure that our future is secure. As well as donations, we welcome sponsorship of specific props and costumes, or even help with rehearsal room access for workshops. 

 

If you would like to join our group of supporters, or make a one-off donation, please email:
info@thedukestheatrecompany.co.uk
 

Programme Inclusion

For each tour, The Duke’s Theatre Company produces a high-quality, glossy souvenir brochure. We sell roughly 20,000 of these during an average tour and half a page of advertising can be bought for £300. 

 

Join our Venue Family

We are continually looking for exciting locations to add to our family of venue partners. 

Venues considered range from stately homes and castles, to private gardens and Open Air theatres. 

Attractive commercial rates, and a bespoke marketing package ensure each event is professionally and competitively managed. Arrangements can also be made for one off, private performances.

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For more information, or to suggest a suitable venue, please email: bobby@thedukestheatrecompany.co.uk

 

Casting

The Duke’s Theatre Company takes casting submissions at any time, with initial meetings and recalls taking place in March. We actively seek actors with a particular flair for Classical practice, as well as a robust constitution for Open Air touring. 

 

We are proud to offer an Equity contract to our artists, as well as single occupancy accommodation throughout the entire engagement (rehearsal and playing). The playing schedule is Wednesday to Sunday weekly, with the intention for the company to return home for two full days off per week. 

 

Casting submissions are seriously considered. A covering note should accompany a spotlight link via email, with agents details included. Please write to info@thedukestheatrecompany.co.uk with the subject line ‘FAO Casting’.