Romeo & Juliet Preview

Special preview price, $5, on Feb. 17, 18, and 19. Feb. 17-18 performances at 8 p.m.; Feb. 19 at 2 p.m. (Update: Feb. 17 sold out, according to the theater.) William Shakespeare's enduring tale of love, death and unfortunate timing receives a thrilling treatment by the Long Beach Shakespeare Company, whose experienced ensemble troupe delivers the Bard's lyric poetry with skill and passion in an intimate setting. From the first taste of illicit love between the Capulet and Montague children to their tragic end, the top-notch LBSC production brings the play to vivid life with elaborate costumes, live music and intense swordfights, making the show a feast for the eyes and ears. With its timeless message, deft wordplay and unabashed romance, Romeo and Juliet is an ideal entry point for Shakespeare novices and comfort food for those well-versed in the works of the world's most famous playwright.