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Julius Caesar

  • Theatre
  • Bell Shakespeare
  • Playhouse
  • Seating map

Betrayal and chaos rock the republic as Rome teeters on the brink of collapse

It’s been more than 450 years since a monarch ruled in Rome. But now, in the senate and the streets, the forum and the marketplace, the word ‘king’ is being whispered again. Julius Caesar has triumphed in battle and the adoring crowd roars its approval. The crown is offered to him once, twice, three times. And each time, his refusal seems a little more reluctant.

Fearful of Caesar’s growing power, Brutus and Cassius hatch a chilling conspiracy. A pre-emptive strike. But their brutal act unleashes a cascade of violence they can’t control. Is this the end of the republic? 

Don’t miss Peter Evans’ thrilling new production of Shakespeare’s political masterpiece.

Presented by Bell Shakespeare

Event details

Credits

By William Shakespeare
Director & Set Designer Peter Evans
Associate Director Jessica Tovey
Costume Designer Simone Romaniuk
Lighting Designer Amelia Lever-Davidson
Composer & Sound Designer Madeleine Picard
Fight Director Tim Dashwood
Voice Director Jack Starkey-Gill
With Leon Ford, Jules Billington, Peter Carroll, Septimus Caton, Ray Chong Nee, James Lugton, Ava Madon, Ruby Maishman, Mark Leonard Winter and Brigid Zengeni.

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Plan your visit

Address

Sydney Opera House
Bennelong Point
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia

Getting to the venue

The Opera House is a 7-10 minute walk from Circular Quay, and is easily accessible by car, train, ferry, lightrail, bus, bike and on foot.

Location and access

Playhouse

The Playhouse is located in the north-western corner of Sydney Opera House, best accessed through the Western Foyers.

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