English translation of lyrics from the Takarazuka production of the French musical.
Friar Laurence:
The Prince’s verdict
Was actually merciful
Everyone wanted him
To shed the blood of a Montague
Since your life was spared
It’s time you dried your tears and think
About how you will [survive] now
In order to overcome
This trial the Lord has sent you
Romeo:
I can’t bear living
Without Juliette!
Banishment is the same as execution!
(dialogue)
Nurse:
I told her of it
In her grief she even curses God
She send this ring with me
Saying that she wants to see Romeo
At least one last time
Now, if you are a man
Get up and stand up straight!
Your new bride is waiting
You must go to her bed
Romeo:
But how will I get there?
Nurse:
Leave that to me
I’ll make sure the back door is open
Friar Laurence:
Now, you should go
Have your first night with her
But remember that you must leave the city
Before dawn reaks
You should go to Mantua
Romeo:
“Mantua?”
Friar Laurence:
When the right moment comes
Both:
We will tell the Prince of your marriage
So that you can return
Friar Laurence:
And then the children
Nurse:
Capulets
Friar Laurence:
Of both houses
Nurse:
And Montagues
Both:
Can live in peace
Come now, take heart,
The Lord
Has not yet abandoned you
(dialogue)
Now, don’t give up hope
The Lord
Has not yet abandoned us