An ominous variation of the Prince's theme returns, reflecting his power over Romeo's fate (he has been exiled).
Having spent the night together as man and wife, the lovers gradually awaken and sleepily revel in their happiness.
The Nurse warns that Juliet's parents are coming with Paris. Romeo and Juliet bid their farewells before parting.
Juliet's parents inform her that Paris is to be her husband. Paris presents her with a bouquet. The "quarrel" theme returns, portending what is to come.
Depicting the inevitable teenaged tantrum, interspersed with pleas for a change of heart. All to no avail - the parents leave, unmoved by their daughter's weeping and gnashing of teeth. Alone, Juliet remains defiant.
Juliet seeks Lawrence's advice and help.
The good Friar has a plan - involving trickery, deceit ..... and a "magical" potion.
Soothed, Juliet embraces the plan which will bring her together with Romeo for good.
As Juliet lies to her parents, the tragedy begins to unfold.
Juliet dances with Paris, but unhappiness shows through and she sends everyone away. Alone, she toasts Romeo with the potion, drinks it and falls asleep.
An ominous variation of the Prince's theme returns, reflecting his power over Romeo's fate (he has been exiled).
Having spent the night together as man and wife, the lovers gradually awaken and sleepily revel in their happiness.
The Nurse warns that Juliet's parents are coming with Paris. Romeo and Juliet bid their farewells before parting.
Juliet's parents inform her that Paris is to be her husband. Paris presents her with a bouquet. The "quarrel" theme returns, portending what is to come.
Depicting the inevitable teenaged tantrum, interspersed with pleas for a change of heart. All to no avail - the parents leave, unmoved by their daughter's weeping and gnashing of teeth. Alone, Juliet remains defiant.
Juliet seeks Lawrence's advice and help.
The good Friar has a plan - involving trickery, deceit ..... and a "magical" potion.
Soothed, Juliet embraces the plan which will bring her together with Romeo for good.
As Juliet lies to her parents, the tragedy begins to unfold.
Juliet dances with Paris, but unhappiness shows through and she sends everyone away. Alone, she toasts Romeo with the potion, drinks it and falls asleep.