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From the acclaimed Theatre for a New Audience, the first U.S. theatre to be invited to the Royal Shakespeare Company, comes Shakespeare's tragicomedy following command runs Off-Broadway and in Stratford-Upon-Avon. Starring Oscar winner F. Murray Abraham in his riveting portrayal of Shylock, and directed by Darko Tresnjak (former Artistic more...

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(Shylock's daughter)

(friend of Antonio)

(servant to Shylock)

Herb Downer, known for his roles in films like The Cabinet of Dr. Ramirez and The Brother from Another Planet, graced the Broadway stage with his performance in The Merchant of Venice, among other notable productions. more...

(friend of Antonio)

(friend of Antonio)

(a Jew of Venice)
Dustin Hoffman, known for his illustrious film career, also made a significant mark on the stage, having been part of the cast in past productions of The Merchant of Venice, showcasing his versatility as an actor. more...

(a rich heiress)

(a merchant of Venice)

(Launcelot's father)

(friend of Shylock)

(friend of Antonio)
Nathaniel Parker, who has an extensive theatre background including performances with the Royal Shakespeare Company, starred in "The Merchant of Venice" at the Phoenix Theatre in New York. more...
Singer - Bass

(friend of Antonio)
Michael Siberry, known for his diverse theatrical roles including performances in "Antony and Cleopatra" and "The Sound of Music" on Broadway, also brought his extensive stage experience to the cast of "The Merchant of Venice." more...
Musician - Violin

(Portia's waiting gentle-woman)
Singer - Bass (u/s)
(Applause Books)

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Awards and Nominations

Note: Award winners are highlighted with a background.
The Merchant of Venice — awards and nominations
Year Ceremony Category Nominee
1990 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play Dustin Hoffman
1990 Tony Awards Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play Geraldine James
1989 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress - Musical Geraldine James
1989 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Actress - Play Geraldine James
1989 Drama Desk Awards Outstanding Featured Actor - Play Dustin Hoffman

Production Team

Paul Arditti Sound Designer
Chris Dyer Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Peter Hall Director
Neil Peter Jampolis Lighting Designer
Robert Lockhart Composer
(Incidental Music)

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