Intermission Youth will present Julius Caesar Remixed at Omnibus Theatre, London, running from 11 November to 5 December 2026, with a press night on 13 November.
Adapted by Darren Raymond and directed by Stephanie Badaru, the production reimagines Shakespeare’s tale of ambition, betrayal and conspiracy through the lens of a modern secondary school.
The new adaptation blends Shakespearean language with contemporary street vernacular, placing young people at the heart of a story that examines knife crime, postcode rivalries and the pressures shaping their lives.
Set as a play-within-a-play, Julius Caesar Remixed follows students rehearsing Shakespeare’s classic text as the boundaries between fiction and reality begin to blur. As tensions rise, the production asks whether history can be rewritten or whether its cycles are destined to repeat themselves.
The production showcases performers from Intermission Youth’s latest training cohorts, marking the public debut of young people from underserved backgrounds who have participated in the charity’s drama and development programmes.
Founded in 2008, Intermission Youth uses drama, theatre and Shakespeare to support young people facing socio-economic barriers. The organisation has helped thousands of participants develop confidence, creativity and life skills, while many graduates have gone on to successful careers in the arts.
Commenting on the production, Darren Raymond said: “Shakespeare didn’t write for elite audiences, his language was the raw street vernacular of his day. When you listen to the incredible rhythm, wordplay and lyrical sharpness used by today’s youth, the poetic cadence matches the Elizabethans perfectly. This remix isn’t about diluting the text, it’s about unlocking its raw power.
“Through the lens of Shakespeare’s story of ambition, loyalty, and betrayal, Julius Caesar Remixed asks us to look beyond the headlines. We need to better understand the pressures shaping the lives and choices of this generation, and look at how families, schools, and communities can help navigate our young people towards a more hopeful, fruitful future.”
Director Stephanie Badaru, who first joined Intermission Youth as part of its inaugural 2008 cohort, returns to direct after making her debut with Comedy of Errors Remixed.
Badaru said: “Stepping into the director’s chair for the second time to guide this talented fledgling cast through this new production is incredibly special. The energy they will brings blurs the lines between ancient Rome and modern street culture, challenging audience to look closely at the cycles of power.”
The creative team includes Associate Director Federay Holmes, Set and Costume Designer Ruth Badila, Lighting Designer Rajiv Pattani, Projection Designer Cheng Keng, and Sound Designer Luka Burton, mentored by Pierre Flasse. Members of the Intermission Youth cohort will also join the backstage team, gaining professional experience across technical and production roles.
The production follows the success of Raymond’s recent Tartuffe (Remixed) at Marylebone Theatre and forms part of his wider series of Shakespeare remixes, which reframe classic works for contemporary audiences.
Listings and ticket information can be found here.
