‘& Juliet’ Music and Stagecraft | The BSB Podcast

September 8, 2026 Brian Kitson ATG Detroit, Broadway, Comedy, LGBTQ+, Michigan, Musical, Tour 2 min read

What happens when Shakespeare’s most famous heroine decides she’s had quite enough of Romeo? In & Juliet, the answer comes with a killer pop playlist, dazzling choreography, and enough theatrical sparkle to make the Bard himself reach for a pair of sunglasses. Built around the infectious catalog of songwriter Max Martin, & Juliet takes the familiar tragedy of star-crossed lovers and gleefully throws it out the window, along with practically every expectation of what a jukebox musical can be. From its pulsating musical numbers and powerhouse vocals to its inventive staging, vibrant costumes, and choreography that seems determined to never let the audience sit still, the production is a masterclass in turning pop music into theatrical spectacle. And it’s the true spectacle of this musical that has us coming together to chat!

In this episode of the BSB Podcast, host Brian Kitson is joined by a special guest, Kylie Wieand, to break down the bold, colorful, ridiculously fun, that is & Juliet! Blending that classic Shakespearean story with a vibrant pop world isn’t an easy task. So does this musical pull it off?

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