By Evy Ayers, Junior Journalist – Monsignor Doyle CSS

Monsignor Doyle’s unique take on a Shakespearean tragedy

For years, high schools around the globe have embraced William Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy Romeo and Juliet, bringing its emotional tale of love and loss to their stages. While the play has been reimagined in countless ways, the students at Monsignor Doyle Catholic Secondary School are offering a fresh twist that’s sure to captivate audiences: What if this age-old story of love and death became one of the heartless and undead? This unique take on Shakespeare’s classic adds a new layer of excitement to a timeless tale.

Take a nail-biting glimpse into Monsignor Doyle’s latest production: A Love That Doesn’t Die: Romeo & Juliet & Zombies 2. This thrilling reimagining takes the iconic narrative of two forbidden lovers and intertwines it with a terrifying zombie apocalypse. In this version, the feuding families of the Montagues and Capulets are placed into a world where survival depends on banding together in the face of an unimaginable threat. Will the tragic lovers withstand the feud? Will the kingdom survive a full-blown undead takeover?

For more information on attending this unique production, visit the Monsignor Doyle Catholic Secondary School website. At just $4 per ticket, you can attend any of the show dates, running from April 23 to 26. Don’t miss out on this talented portrayal of a classic story.

While Romeo and Juliet has been revised in many ways over the years, the students of Monsignor Doyle are bringing something truly original to the stage. Their reimagined version, infused with heart-stopping action, suspense and an undead twist, will leave a lasting impression on audiences. Seating is limited, so arrive early and don’t miss your chance to experience this supernatural performance.

This article is part of the WCDSB Jr. Journalist program, an initiative designed to provide journalistically inclined secondary students with a platform to share stories from their school and showcase their impressive talents.

Are you a Secondary School student interested in joining the program? If so, please contact communications@wcdsb.ca