When it comes to theatre, it seems like everything has been done before. Whether aiming to shock or offend, the medium struggles to stand out. So, why not take it digital and embrace the utterly surreal? Enter PBJ - The Musical, a quirky handmade mobile release that reimagines Shakespeare's classic Romeo & Juliet through the lens of a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Available on iPhone and iPad starting March 26th, this unique experience lets you either guide the story yourself or watch it unfold automatically.
PBJ - The Musical is structured around ten musical acts, featuring handmade stop-motion animation and amateur Shakespearean voice-acting. Players can drag and drop story elements to create a unique rendition each time, guiding a star-crossed pair of lovers—a peanut and a strawberry—through this bizarre take on classic theatre.
Eat your crustsThe term "quirky" truly applies here, and your appreciation for this level of quirkiness might determine your interest in PBJ - The Musical. The effort put into this upcoming release is evident, and I'm eager to see how it will be received by players when it launches on iOS on March 26th.
Speaking of musicals, did you know there's another recent musical release on mobile? Adventures of a Cat in Space offers a similar experience but focuses on a cat stranded in space, rather than a new take on Shakespeare.