Roméo et Juliette Character Guide

In Jean-Christophe Maillot’s Roméo et Juliette, we see the story from Friar Laurence’s perspective. This adaptation focuses on the characters in the story and their powerful emotions. Keep scrolling to familiarize yourself with the key characters in this ballet!

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Juliet

Daughter of the Capulet family, intentionally sheltered and protected.

Romeo

The passionate, but impulsive, son and heir of the Montague family.

Friar Laurence

A Franciscan friar, friend to both Romeo and Juliet.

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The Nurse

A nurse who has cared for Juliet since she was a baby.

Lady Capulet

Juliet’s mother, who is eager to see her daughter marry Paris.

Tybalt

Juliet’s cousin on her mother’s side, he loathes Montagues.

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Mercutio

A close friend of Romeo, Mercutio is witty but hotheaded.

Paris

Juliet’s suitor, who the Capulets prefer.

Rosaline

A beauty who is the object of Romeo’s affections at the beginning of the ballet.

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