A PASSIONATE and innovative ballet is bringing the world’s greatest love story back to life in Runcorn.

Ballet Theatre UK is staging a new production of Romeo and Juliet at The Brindley on Wednesday, November 2.

As the nation celebrates 400 years of William Shakespeare’s legacy, the tragic tale of star-crossed lovers is being retold with astonishing grace and heartbreaking intimacy.

The duo meets during the opulent Capulet’s ball, sparking a fateful series of events.

The drama follows the young couple as they experience the greatest of romances until their tragic final embrace.

Stunning costumes and innovative stage sets transport the audience to Renaissance Verona and the feuding Capulet and Montague families.

From the balcony scene's elated pas de deux to the lovers' heartbreaking finale, Romeo and Juliet promises to be full of mixed emotions.

Tickets priced £15 and £13 are available from thebrindley.org.uk and the box office on 0151 907 8360.