ROMEO & JULIET
INDIVIDUALITY, FATE & FAMILIAL RESPONSIBILITY
FALL 2026: OCTOBER - DECEMBER
SPRING 2027: MARCH - MAY
The Gamm Theatre’s Education Department is pleased to announce the return of its successful Shakespeare residency program, Gamm on the Go, now in its second year. During the Fall of 2026 and Spring of 2027, Gamm on the Go will collaborate with schools and community organizations across the state to provide students access to exciting theatrical experiences designed to engage their creative and civic minds, all themed-on Shakespeare’s classic tragedy: ROMEO & JULIET.
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Presenting professional theatre in New England for over 40 years and working in the region’s schools for nearly 20, the Gamm is adept at cultivating passion for live performance in youth.
This year, the Gamm’s Education Department teaching artists will present an abridged version of William Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet developed specifically for an educational audience. Augmented by a lively post-show discussion and extended classroom visits focused on comprehension, performance, and artistic response to the text, students will learn to engage with theatre not only as entertainment but as a medium of self-expression and civic engagement.
The program can be adjusted to suit students in elementary, middle or high school as well as adults and senior citizens.
ABOUT “ROMEO & JULIET”
In fair Verona where we lay our scene, two young lovers seek unity between their warring families. Their beautiful but doomed romance seems like destiny yet challenges every norm that they have known. Shakespeare’s classic story of these two star-crossed lovers comes directly to you and your students in this 45-minute abridged version designed as an introduction to Shakespeare.
CURRICULAR CONNECTIONS
English Language Arts (ELA), Theatre/Drama/Performing Arts, Music, Dance, Classics, Social-Emotional Skill Development
PROGRAM PACKAGES & WHAT’S INCLUDED
For the 2026-2027 academic year, Gamm on the Go will be offered in the following packages:
Our Standard Program Package is formatted as follows:
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Our Standard Program Package is formatted as follows:
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One Performance of an abridged production of Romeo & Juliet performed by Gamm Teaching Artists in your school, designed to engage audiences of all ages.
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Q&A Session with Teaching Artists immediately following the performance
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Extended Classroom Residency with Gamm Teaching Artists. Over eight visits, students will have the opportunity to engage directly with the themes and text of the play through one of two modules:
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Text & Language – Students learn to read, analyze and perform Shakespeare’s text using language and scenes from the play (Ideal for Middle & High School Students)
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Artistic Response – Students analyze Shakespeare’s work and respond with an artistic creation of their own (Ideal for Elementary & Middle School Students)
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Study Guide with essays, pre- and post-show discussion questions, extension activities, and curriculum resources created exclusively for this program.
Our Performance Only Package is formatted as follows:
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Our Performance Only Package is formatted as follows:
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One Performance of an abridged production of Romeo & Juliet performed by Gamm Teaching Artists
in your school, designed to engage audiences of all ages. -
Q&A Session with Teaching Artists immediately following the performance
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Study Guide with essays, pre- and post-show discussion questions, extension activities, and curriculum resources created exclusively for this program.
The program is designed with flexibility in mind. We understand that every organization has different needs and we’re open to discussing how we can best meet the needs of our programming partners. Don’t hesitate to reach out with your own ideas for a residency!
RESIDENCY DATES
In the 2026-2027 Academic Year, the program will be offered in two cycles: Fall – October to December and Spring – March to May.
All performances and classroom residencies will fall within those two-time frames.
COST OF THE PROGRAM
The Gamm is committed to making our programming accessible to the communities we serve. For this reason, Gamm on the Go is offered on a sliding scale based on a number of factors including geographic location, public vs. private school and Title I status. For a quote, please reach out to education@gammtheatre.org and a member of our education team will be in touch.
BOOKING & DEADLINE
To book a residency at your school or organization, contact the Gamm’s Education Team by email at education@gammtheatre.org or phone at (401) 723-4266 ext. 122. We are currently accepting bookings for Romeo & Juliet for both the Fall & Spring cycles. To book your spot in the Fall cycle, please inquire by June 30th, 2026