Rain Delays Central Park Start of Romeo and Juliet By One Day

The Public Theater has announced that recent heavy rains have caused a one-day delay in the first preview of Michael Greif's Central Park production of Romeo and Juliet. Weekend downpours delayed the preparation of scenery and production elements and kept the cast from necessary rehearsals at the Delacorte Theater. The first preview, originally set for June 5, has been moved to June 6. The run of Romeo and Juliet, starring Oscar Isaac and Lauren Ambrose in the title roles, will continue as scheduled through July 8. The press opening will be June 24.

In addition to Isaac and Ambrose, the cast of Romeo and Juliet features Opal Alladin Lady Capulet, George Bartenieff Lord Montague/Apothecary/Cousin Capulet, Ari Brand Ensemble, Anthony Carrigan Ensemble, Dan Colman Paris, Michael Cristofer Lord Capulet, Tiffany Danielle Ensemble, Seth Duerr Ensemble, Quincy Dunn-Baker Ensemble, Saidah Arrika Ekulona Lady Montague, Christian Felix Ensemble, Brian Tyree Henry Tybalt, Susan Hyon Ensemble, Camryn Manheim Nurse , Orville Mendoza Ensemble, Owiso Odera Benvolio, Jeffrey Omura Ensemble, Lucas Papaelias Ensemble, Austin Pendleton Friar Laurence, Mary Rasmussen Ensemble, Michael Rossmy Ensemble, Cornelius Smith, Jr. Ensemble, Alexander Sovronsky Ensemble, Timothy D. Stickney Prince Escalus and Christopher Evan Welch Mercutio.

As previously announced, this summer's second offering of Shakespeare in the Park will be A Midsummer Night's Dream, directed by Daniel Sullivan. It will begin previews on August 7 and run through September 9.