Star-Cross'd

What a great concept for a show, and it was beautifully executed! The songs chosen were so well-matched to the moments, and the choreography and movement brought me to tears more than once. (I especially loved the scene when Romeo and Juliet have their first night together and the houses are literally fighting over them. I thought that sequence was just so complex and beautiful!) Kudos to the cast for becoming such a cohesive and dynamic story-telling group. I highly recommend this production!!... full review

I had no idea what to expect walking into Star-Cross'd but I love movement/dance as well as Romeo and Juliet so I had high hopes! Unfortunately, those were not met. All the "movers" in this piece are on the low end of technically skilled and not a single one exhibited vulnerability or real emotion (a clear must when playing Romeo and Juliet). The lighting design was distracting and misguided, the costumes were unspecific and cheesy (I'm pretty sure they were attempting to suggest the Middle East as a location but it was poorly executed). The director used pantomime for plot points instead of trusting the visceral movement to do the work. One of the more painful moments was the sex scene where Juliet was was riding Romeo like Justin McBride c... full review

I didn't know what I was walking into for 'Star Crossed' - I felt like the show had the potential of being awesome, sadly it never fully got me. There were moments that felt sloppy and forced - you could see this young company trying but it felt like it was missing some heart. There are some beautiful dance pieces but felt a little claustrophobic when the whole ensemble was on stage, perhaps a larger space would give the actors (dancers?) room to stretch out and really move and feel the story they are telling. ... full review

Very nicely done. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Fun scenes with the nurse. Juliet danced beautifully. ... full review

Star-Cross'd was beautifully choreographed and executed. The 50 minute performance felt much faster and I really wanted to see more! Such an innovative concept -- if you are looking to fill your final Fringe weekend, make sure to put this one on the list.... full review

One of the best things I've seen at Fringe this year. Such clear storytelling, even down to the jokes! I loved how raw it felt, and Jocelyn Sanchez as Juliet is a FORCE. I felt joy when she felt joy, and pain when she felt pain. This is a must-see.... full review

I went into this with such intensely high hopes!!! An incredible story interpreted through movement to some of my favorite music??? Unfortunately, I think that the lack of training hindered the movers, and they were unable to completely lose themselves in the emotion of the piece because of this. The masquerade sequence was a standout for me, because it was one of the only times that I felt the artists onstage were being courageous enough to allow the story to speak for itself. Epic emotions in archetypal stories like these don't need to be hammered in through mime & exposition, they just need to be felt honestly. I think the lack of that, in the end, is what left me feeling cold.... full review

I'm so glad I got to see Star-Cross'd. The choreography is creative and expressive, using such a unique style and sensibility to bring out the narrative. The design aspects are all interesting and apt -- I was particularly affected by what's done with light and color. And the skill, grace, and raw emotive power of these performers is really exciting to watch. Besides, they're all really attractive. Really wish I could come again!... full review