Capulet, unaware of his daughter's moves, seals a marriage deal with Paris. Notice the time details.

Juliet's parents and the Nurse discover Juliet "dead." The Friar enters and directs them onwards. Their wedding day is now a funeral day (they think).

Juliet's parents ironically prepare for the wedding celebration.

Juliet bids goodnight to mother and nurse, giving them the impression that tomorrow is her wedding day to Paris. Then she soliloquizes about the fear and hope that the Friar's plan / potion will require of her.

Juliet deceives her father about her attitude towards marrying Paris.

Juliet & the Friar hatch a plan. Potions involved.

Romeo barely escapes Juliet's mother walking in on them. Juliet double talk to mom and dad -- then refusal to marry Paris. Lord Capulet erupts in anger & disowns Juliet. She is ready to die without Romeo, but will see if the Friar has any last ditch idea for her tragedy.

Friar Laurence chastises Romeo for ingratitude and over emotion. Get to your Juliet! He also shares a plan.

Dramatic irony to the hilt: Juliet, unaware of previous scene's events, cannot wait to enjoy her honeymoon with her new husband. Then the Nurse brings news.

Tipping point. Verona street. Tybalt insults Romeo for his trespass. Mercutio intervenes and events spin out of control.