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The Merchant of Venice

The Merchant of Venice 1936

Direct from a sold-out West End Run
Tue 25 Feb 2025 Sat 01 Mar 2025

Ambition, power and political unrest explode onto the stage in The Merchant of Venice 1936, direct from the RSC. Starring Tracy-Ann Oberman (EastEnders, Doctor Who) as Shylock, Shakespeare’s classic is transported to 1930s Britain in this ground-breaking new  production from acclaimed director Brigid Larmour.

Tensions in London’s East End are rising and Shylock, a resilient single mother and hardworking businesswoman, is desperate to protect her daughter’s future. When the charismatic merchant Antonio comes to her for a loan, a high-stakes deal is struck. Will Shylock take her revenge, and who will pay the ultimate price?

‘If you prick us do we not bleed? If you poison us do we not die? And if you wrong us shall we not revenge?’

Don't miss this unforgettable, electrifying new production of The Merchant of Venice, a timely and thought-provoking reminder of a key moment in British history.

★★★★★ "The perfect example of how to do Shakespeare" Metro

Accessible Performances

Audio Described | Wednesday 26 Feb at 2.30pm. Touch Tour at 1.30pm

BSL Interpreted | Sat 1 Mar at 2.30pm.

To book accessible performances, please

email access@thelowry.com

or

call 0161 876 2183

 

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Tracy-Ann Oberman

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