The smash-hit musical that took the West End and Broadway by storm is coming to Aotearoa in 2026.

& Juliet will make its highly anticipated New Zealand debut, with strictly limited seasons at three of the country’s most iconic venues: The Civic in Auckland from April 9, St James Theatre in Wellington from May 9, and Isaac Theatre Royal in Christchurch from May 30.

Presented by G&T Productions, & Juliet flips the script on the greatest love story ever told, asking: what if Juliet chose her own fate, instead of following Romeo’s?

Created by Emmy® Award-winning Schitt’s Creek writer David West Read, & Juliet is a hilarious and poignant story of self-discovery, empowerment and second chances. Paired with a playlist of era-defining pop anthems by legendary songwriter Max Martin and friends, the result is a heart-bursting musical that proves there’s life after Romeo.

After premiering on the West End and earning a staggering 8 x Olivier Awards nominations, & Juliet has also been one of the most unexpected and spectacular theatrical triumphs on Broadway, with Forbes Magazine saying: “This is easily the best musical of the year”.

Grant Meese from G&T Productions says: “ We couldn’t be more excited to bring & Juliet to Kiwi audiences. This is a show that is electrifying - it’s smart, funny and bursting with iconic hits, all brought to life by some of New Zealand’s finest actors and creatives. We can’t wait for New Zealanders to experience the magic.”

Director Hamish Mouat adds: “New Zealand audiences are in for an incredible treat with this premiere production of & Juliet coming to our three biggest centres. With its iconic score of top of the charts pop music, you can't help but fall in love with & Juliet . To be able to bring such an electric musical to our shores, that will be jam-packed with unbelievable Kiwi talent, is extremely exciting. You won't want to miss it!”

Alongside this laugh-out-loud and heart-warming story, comes a playlist of songs that is truly second to none in the world of pop music including, ‘Since U Been Gone’, ‘Roar’, ‘…Baby One More Time’, ‘Larger Than Life’,‘Can’t Stop the Feeling’ and much more! & Juliet creates a mind-blowing concert-like atmosphere that Broadway World said: “Will blow your mind. It’s the pop musical we’ve been waiting for”.

A New Zealand cast will be announced later this year, bringing fresh local talent to this global phenomenon.

Get ready, New Zealand. & Juliet is the pop musical event of 2026 - and it’s anything but a tragedy. Tickets on sale now. Auckland and Wellington tickets from Ticketmaster. Christchurch tickets available from Ticketek.