About the Show
American Ballet Theater principal Skylar Brandt and soloist Jake Roxander to perform leads in ROMEO & JULIET at the FITZGERALD Theater. The ballet is the most recognized romantic tragedy and celebrated love story of all time and will be beautifully staged as the original story unfolding in the Renaissance period of Verona, Italy.
Skylar Brandt performed the role of Giselle last season at Northrop in a stunning performance with the Metropolitan Ballet. The Company is honored to have Skylar Brandt return as Juliet in this delightful and romantic production. From lead roles in classical ballets to creating new characters, Brandt’s versatility and grace captivate audiences worldwide. Jake Roxander, a breathtakingly powerful rising star, will perform as Romeo.
ROMEO & JULIET is presented by Metropolitan Ballet of the Twin Cities under the direction of Erik Sanborn.
April 25-26, 2026 at the Fitzgerald
Saturday, April 25, 2026
7:30 PM 9:30 PM
Sunday, April 26, 2026
2:00 PM 4:00 PM
