opiateofblame

When Friar Lawrence spots the Capulets' trusty Nurse, he immediately falls in love with her. Not just her absolutely stunning looks, but her deep compassion for both Romeo & Juliet in their trying times that Friar shares. But that's not the only socks-blowing-off love story.. Next up we have the young, curious, and fun boys known as none other than Benvolio and Mercutio. Best friends by day, but lovers by night...? Who knows? As if the raging homosexuality in this novel wasn't included enough, we're also met with the two fathers, the men of the rival families' homes; Montague & Capulet. Known to be arch enemies to everyone else, but what do they really feel in their hearts, deep down, behind the curtains? Trying to put a stop to all this, is the strong, fearless, yet homophobic Tybalt. He's had enough of these gay shenanigans, it's far weirder to be gay than to have interest in your aunt...what? Will Tybalt have an affair with Lady Capulet? Continue reading this engaging, Shakespeare based play, known as "Star-Crossed Lovers" to find out!…