Teach the Torches to Burn: A Romeo & Juliet Remix

In this unique reinterpretation of Romeo & Juliet from the Remixed Classics series, seventeen-year-old aspiring artist Romeo Montague grapples with familial expectations and his secret attraction to boys amidst a longstanding blood feud with the Capulets. When he meets Valentine, the charming younger brother of a close friend, their instant connection ignites a tender yet perilous romance that they must keep hidden. As tensions between their families escalate, Romeo and Valentine yearn for a world where they can love freely, knowing they face societal scorn and potential danger. This reimagining explores queer love and identity against the backdrop of classic themes of conflict and secrecy.