"Romeo and Juliet" is a timeless tragedy by William Shakespeare that tells the story of two young star-crossed lovers whose deaths ultimately reconcile their feuding families. Set in Verona, Italy, the play explores themes of love, fate, conflict, and the consequences of family loyalty. Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet meet and fall deeply in love, despite knowing their families are sworn enemies. Through a series of secret meetings and misunderstandings, their passionate romance leads to a tragic conclusion. "Romeo and Juliet" is one of Shakespeare's most popular and frequently performed plays, celebrated for its poetic language, dramatic intensity, and universal themes.