Kenneth Branagh's Cinderella was one of 2015's enchanting cinematic treats as stars Lily James and Richard Madden glided across the dance floor under a sprinkling of fairy dust.

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Next year the director will reunite his two leads, this time on stage – but don't expect the sort of happy ever after found in Disney fairytales. The pair are playing Shakespeare's tragic lovers Romeo and Juliet in a production at London's Garrick theatre from 12th May to 13th August 2016 – and today brings us a first look at them in costume.

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The actors will star alongside Derek Jacobi as Mercutio in Branagh's adaptation which will also be broadcast live to cinemas across the UK on 7th July 2016.

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