I studied it with a Shakespearean professor as an undergrad(I have an English Literature degree) and we did discuss whether or not Romeo and Juliet was a satire. I could be wrong, but I think that is one possible way to read it, but not the only way. read more
This is the title page of the very first printing of Romeo and Juliet This version of R&J you probably wouldn't recognize if you saw it. It was printed against the will of Shakespeare's company, prhaps stolen by an actor. read more