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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet

by Michael Rosen

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2004

This is a prose adaptation of Shakespeare's tragic play about two young lovers from feuding families.

Concern Level

70/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

27/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Romantic intimacy is implied and discussed between Romeo and Juliet.

Violence / Gore70

Frequent sword fights, duels, and deaths occur throughout the play.

Profanity / Language10

Mildly archaic language might be perceived as coarse by some.

Blasphemy20

Some oaths and references to religious figures are present.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm80

Suicide is a central and tragic element of the plot.

Scary / Disturbing30

The themes of death and violence can be disturbing.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The play explores themes of fate and human passion.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Characters exhibit defiance and passion in their actions.

Faith & Hope10

Religious references are present but not central to faith.

Love & Friendship70

Intense romantic love drives the actions of the protagonists.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The play offers a cautionary tale about hate and impulsivity.

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