of Romeo and Juliet : Turning Shakespeare’s Tragic Romance into a Portable Dr. Seuss‑Style PDF
Whether you are a drama teacher looking for a student-driven production or a theater lover wanting a "magical rather than tragical" night, here is why this script is a must-read. What is "The Seussification of Romeo and Juliet"?
Once you've completed your Seussified script:
For actors, it is a vocal workout. The trap with Dr. Seuss-style rhymes is falling into a "sing-song" pattern. A good actor must play the reality of the scene (however absurd) inside the strict rhythm of the verse. It forces the performer to be incredibly precise with diction and breath control.