&Juliet Musical Opened at Hult Center
The jukebox musical reimagining Shakespeare's classic tale has begun a brief performance run in Eugene.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Children’s Theater
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The hit musical &Juliet has launched at the Hult Center in Eugene. The production features pop songs by producer Max Martin and tells a story where Anne Hathaway convinces Shakespeare to rewrite Juliet's fate.
Why it matters
The show offers a modern jukebox-musical approach to classical literature, using familiar pop hits to shift the narrative trajectory of a famous tragedy.
Lead performer Fabiola Caraballo Quijada is 19 years old and notably secured the win at the 2025 Jimmy Awards. Her performance follows consecutive recognition at the same awards in 2023 and 2024.
The players
Fabiola Caraballo Quijada
She is a 19-year-old performer who rose to prominence after winning the prestigious Jimmy Awards in 2025.
Max Martin
He is a world-renowned music producer whose extensive catalog of pop hits provides the soundtrack for the musical.
Hult Center
This facility is a primary performing arts venue located in Eugene that hosts major touring productions.
The details
In this jukebox musical, the narrative reframes the classic Romeo and Juliet story through the intervention of Anne Hathaway. The production utilizes a catalog of pop songs produced by Max Martin to drive the plot.
Timeline
Quijada was a Jimmy Awards nominee in 2023.
Quijada was a Jimmy Awards finalist in 2024.
Quijada won the Jimmy Awards in 2025.
The musical opened at the Hult Center on October 6, 2026.
The musical run concludes in Eugene on October 11, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
The production follows the established trend of jukebox musicals revitalizing classic stories for modern audiences through familiar pop catalogs. Utilizing high-profile award winners like those recognized by the 2025 Jimmy Awards keeps the production competitive in a crowded touring market.
Residents of Eugene can attend performances at the Hult Center through the end of the show's run. Tickets are available for performances concluding on October 11, 2026.
The takeaway
This production demonstrates how modern pop music can effectively recontextualize centuries-old literature for new audiences. Theatergoers should check performance schedules early as the short engagement in Eugene concludes this week.
Further reading
Learn more about local performances at the Children’s Theater hub.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Lookout Eugene-Springfield.
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