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MERCHANT OF VENICE Closes Today, 2/20
by BWW News Desk - Feb 20, 2011


The Public Theater's acclaimed production of THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, starring Al Pacino as Shylock and Lily Rabe as Portia, will conclude its successful Broadway run on Sunday, February 20 at the Broadhurst Theatre. The critically lauded production began at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park last summer and officially opened on Broadway on November 13. It recouped its capitalization after only 10 weeks and will be making its first profit distribution to investors next week. Tickets are on sale now at Tele-Charge at 212-239-6200 or www.telecharge.com.

No More Extensions - MERCHANT OF VENICE to Close 2/20
by Robert Diamond - Feb 10, 2011


The Public Theater's acclaimed production of THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, starring Al Pacino as Shylock and Lily Rabe as Portia, will conclude its successful Broadway run on Sunday, February 20 at the Broadhurst Theatre. The critically lauded production began at the Delacorte Theater in Central Park last summer and officially opened on Broadway on November 13. It recouped its capitalization after only 10 weeks and will be making its first profit distribution to investors next week. Tickets are on sale now at Tele-Charge at 212-239-6200 or www.telecharge.com.

Public's THE MERCHANT OF VENICE Resumes Performances 2/1
by BWW News Desk - Feb 1, 2011


The Public Theater's acclaimed production of THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, starring Al Pacino as Shylock and Lily Rabe as Portia, will resume performances on Tuesday, February 1 at the Broadhurst Theatre for a final three week extension through Sunday, February 20.

Public's THE MERCHANT OF VENICE Resumes Performances 2/1
by Gabrielle Sierra - Jan 31, 2011


The Public Theater's acclaimed production of THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, starring Al Pacino as Shylock and Lily Rabe as Portia, will resume performances on Tuesday, February 1 at the Broadhurst Theatre for a final three week extension through Sunday, February 20.

Patrick Stewart to Star in RSC's MERCHANT OF VENICE
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 16, 2010


According to an article by Baz Bamigboye for UK Daily Mail, stage and screen star Patrick Stewart is set to join the Royal Shakespeare Company production of THE MERCHANT OF VENICE. Stewart will star as Shylock in the production, which is set to be directed by Rupert Goold. Though an agreement has been made between Stewart and RSC, he has not yet signed the contract. Rehearsals will begin in late March.

Actors' Equity Awards Go to MERCHANT OF VENICE Cast
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 13, 2010


The cast of Broadway's MERCHANT OF VENICE has swept the Actors' Equity Awards for classical theatre, which were announced earlier today.

Un-Common Theatre & Orpheum Present Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
by BWW News Desk - Dec 12, 2010


The Un-Common Theatre Company and The Orpheum at Foxboro are pleased to present “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat ', a fun and lively adaptation of the Broadway classic.

Pacino to Star in West End Transfer of MERCHANT OF VENICE?
by Nicole Rosky - Dec 2, 2010


According to an article by Baz Bamigboye for UK Daily Mail, Al Pacinoin currently in talks to bring the Public ­Theater's The ­Merchant Of Venice to the West End.

Un-Common Theatre & Orpheum Present Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
by BWW News Desk - Dec 3, 2010


The Un-Common Theatre Company and The Orpheum at Foxboro are pleased to present “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat ', a fun and lively adaptation of the Broadway classic.

Un-Common Theatre & Orpheum Present Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
by Gabrielle Sierra - Nov 22, 2010


The Un-Common Theatre Company and The Orpheum at Foxboro are pleased to present “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat ', a fun and lively adaptation of the Broadway classic.

RIALTO CHATTER: THE MERCHANT OF VENICE to Extend?
by Robert Diamond - Nov 18, 2010


The New York Times is reporting that talks are underway to potentially extend the run of THE MERCHANT OF VENICE past its originally scheduled January 9 closing date if a deal can be worked out with the show's stars - Al Pacino and Lily Rabe. No specific information is available as to how long of an extension may be possible.

CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION Plays At The Huntington 10/15-11/14
by BWW News Desk - Nov 14, 2010


The Huntington Theatre Company continues its 29th season with Circle Mirror Transformation, an acclaimed new comedy by Annie Baker.

MERCHANT OF VENICE Holds Press Opening, 11/13
by BWW News Desk - Nov 13, 2010


The Public Theater holds the press opening for THE MERCHANT OF VENICE Saturday, November 13. So as not to conflict with the Broadway opening of Elf on Sunday, November 14, the producers respectfully request that Merchant reviews be embargoed until Tuesday, November 16.

MERCHANT OF VENICE Announces Press Opening; Reviews Embargoed to 11/16
by Robert Diamond - Nov 10, 2010


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson), Jeffrey Richards and Jerry Frankel announced today that the new press opening for THE MERCHANT OF VENICE will be Saturday, November 13. So as not to conflict with the Broadway opening of Elf on Sunday, November 14, the producers respectfully request that Merchant reviews be embargoed until Tuesday, November 16.

TV: THE MERCHANT OF VENICE on Broadway!
by Jessica Lewis - Nov 9, 2010


The Public Theater, with Jeffrey Richards and Jerry Frankel present THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, starring Al Pacino as Shylock and Lily Rabe as Portia at the Broadhurst Theatre this fall. THE MERCHANT OF VENICE will play 78 performances only through Sunday, January 9. See below for a look at MERCHANT on stage!

Lily Rabe Returns to THE MERCHANT OF VENICE
by Robert Diamond - Nov 7, 2010


BroadwayWorld has learned that Lily Rabe returned to THE MERCHANT OF VENICE last night, and will appear tonight for the show's opening night performance. The show had to push back it's official press opening to accommodate its star, Lily Rabe whose mother, actress Jill Clayburgh passed away at 66 on November 5.

Lily Rabe to Miss A Week of MERCHANT OF VENICE; Official Opening Shifts
by Jessica Lewis - Nov 3, 2010


BroadwayWorld has learned that THE MERCHANT OF VENICE has had to push back it's official press opening to accommodate its star, Lily Rabe, who must miss the next several performances for family reasons. Opening night had been set for this Sunday, November 7. A rep for the production states that they are now aiming for a November 15 opening night instead and will be confirming sometime next week.

Photo Flash: THE MERCHANT OF VENICE on Broadway - Production Shots!
by Jessica Lewis - Nov 3, 2010


The Public Theater, with Jeffrey Richards and Jerry Frankel present THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, starring Al Pacino as Shylock and Lily Rabe as Portia at the Broadhurst Theatre this fall. THE MERCHANT OF VENICE will play 78 performances only through Sunday, January 9, with an official press opening on Sunday, November 7. See below for a first look at the show's official photo gallery!

THE MERCHANT OF VENICE At The Public Announces Lottery Tickets
by Gabrielle Sierra - Oct 18, 2010


The Public Theater (Artistic Director Oskar Eustis; Executive Director Andrew D. Hamingson), Jeffrey Richards and Jerry Frankel announced today that THE MERCHANT OF VENICE will offer a lottery beginning Tuesday, October 19 for a limited number of $31.50 mezzanine tickets for Daniel Sullivan's acclaimed production of THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, starring Al Pacino as Shylock and Lily Rabe as Portia.

CIRCLE MIRROR TRANSFORMATION Plays At The Huntington 10/15-11/14
by BWW News Desk - Oct 15, 2010


The Huntington Theatre Company continues its 29th season with Circle Mirror Transformation, an acclaimed new comedy by Annie Baker.

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