Romeo & Juliet: Hard Way Home

This production was dual inspired by Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet and Brandi Carlile’s album, Bear Creek. This Romeo and Juliet exists in a dusty, isolated locale; the whistle of the passing train echoes the longing of our characters to find something greater than their small town world. Whether it be to find love, purpose or themselves, our heroes and heroines are searching, and Bear Creek is their soundtrack. The spiritual power of Friar Lawrence resonates in the gospel influences of this album. The excitement and danger of Romeo and Juliet’s first meeting is exemplified in the sexy chaos of Raise Hell. And, most importantly, Hard Way Home perfectly encapsulates the heartbreak, longing, and unending hope of growing up.