The Shakespeare Conference: SHK 16.1307  Tuesday, 9 August 2005

From:           Erica Hateley <
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Date:           Monday, 08 Aug 2005 23:16:32 +1000
Subject:        Disney's Romeo & Juliet

In my ongoing quest for Disney / Shakespeare material, I came across the
following information. My apologies if this

is repeating old news:

"Gnomeo & Juliet"
2006
Walt Disney Pictures
Animation Studio: Rocket Pictures
Distributed by: Buena Vista Pictures Distribution
Cartoon Characters: Gnomeo, Juliet, Nurse.
Vocal Talent: Kate Winslet (Juliet), Ewan McGregor (Gnomeo), Dame Judi
Dench (Nurse).
Directed By Gary Trousdale.
Produced By Don Hahn.
Written By Rob Sprackling, John Smith.
Music By Elton John, Tim Rice.

Synopsis:
A reworking of the Romeo and Juliet story set in a world inhabited by
gnomes.

Production Notes:
Possible two-dimensional character animation set over three-dimensional
backgrounds.

This cartoon is currently in a pre-production or production phase. The
information on this production (including

release date) is estimated at this point, and is subject to change as
the production finalizes.

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