In a twist on Shakespeare's classic revenge tragedy, actress Sophie Ross plays a teenage female Hamlet.. Hamlet is the first production of Sydney Theatre Company’s extensive 2011 Education program (STC Ed), with evening performances open to the general public.

In Naomi Edwards’ production, Hamlet and her peers are Gen Y’s. Having just finished school, all the rules and structures, order and expectations that once defined their world have changed. They are required to act and exist in an adult realm, whether they are ready or not.

Then comes catastrophe. A father murdered, a mother remarried, friendships tested, Hamlet struggles to come to terms with grief in a world turned upside down.

Condensed and action-packed, this vibrant 90-minute Hamlet featuring Shakespeare's language, live music and modern references, has been created especially for teenagers.

STC Ed delivers a specially designed program for up to 30,000 young people each year, including four major productions, a range of workshops, professional development opportunities for teachers and a range of other activities.

Evening performances are at 7pm on 19, 21 and 31 March, 1, 5, 7 and 8 April. For details of schools performances and ticket prices visit the website or phone the Box Office on (02) 9250 1777. Tickets are $32 adults, $26 concessions and $21 Under 30s.