David West Read created the musical & Juliet after a concussion led him to explore the music of Max Martin. Read, known for his work on Schitt's Creek, sought to pitch a new show centered around Martin's vast catalog of hits, which includes 27 No. 1 songs. With inspiration drawn from Martin's daughter's excitement about altering the classic Romeo and Juliet story, Read envisioned a musical that celebrates young love and heartbreak while providing a fresh perspective on the iconic narrative. The production premiered in Manchester in 2019 and later debuted on Broadway in 2022.
The Broadway hit musical & Juliet began with David West Read, who concussed himself and then listened to Max Martin's music to inspire a new show.
Max Martin has written 27 No. 1 hits and over 140 million records have been sold from his catalog, influencing a fresh take on Shakespeare's work.
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