Will & Juliet Actually Come to Chicago? A Dramatic Inquiry
So, you're telling me there's a chance Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, Will and Juliet, might ditch Verona for the Windy City? I mean, I'm all for tourism, but this is a whole new level of plot twist.
A Modern-Day Love Story (Or Not)
Let's be real, folks. While it would be epic to see Romeo and Juliet navigate Chicago's L train system, it's probably not happening. But hey, stranger things have happened. Maybe they'll swap their swords for deep-dish pizza and their balconies for rooftop bars? A girl can dream, right?
I can just imagine the headlines: "Romeo's Quest for Love Leads Him to Wrigley Field." Or perhaps, "Juliet's Poisoned by Deep-Dish Overload." Okay, maybe not the last one. But still, the possibilities are endless (or nonexistent, depending on your perspective).
What Would a Chicagoan Juliet Be Like?
If Juliet did end up in Chicago, I'm pretty sure she'd be a completely different character. Instead of a lovesick teenager, we'd probably get a sassy, independent woman who can hold her own in a crowded L train car during rush hour. And Romeo? Well, let's just say he'd have to step up his game if he wants to compete with Chicago's eligible bachelors.
But seriously, folks, while the idea of Will and Juliet in Chicago is fun to ponder, it's probably not going to happen. Unless, of course, someone decides to write a really good fan fiction. Or maybe a musical? Now that could be interesting.
How To...
- How to get your hopes up for nothing: Read this entire post.
- How to avoid disappointment: Lower your expectations.
- How to have fun: Imagine what a Chicagoan Juliet would be like.
- How to stay grounded: Remember that Shakespeare's characters probably belong in history books.
- How to enjoy life: Go outside and appreciate the real world.
