
The Merchant of Venice is one of Shakespeare's most beloved comedies, written in the late 1500s. The recent Broadway run starring Al Pacino was nominated for seven Tony awards, including Best Revival of a Play, Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play and several others. The production was also performed in June 2010 in Central Park as part of The Public Theater's 2010 Shakespeare in the Park season.
The Merchant of Venice revolves around Bassanio, a young Venetian who needs money to woo the beautiful princess Portia; Antonio, a merchant in Venice and friend of Bassanio's who agrees to find the money; and Shylock, who loans Antonio the money under certain conditions. Will Bassanio win Portia's hand? Will Antonio get out of debt? Find out with The Merchant of Venice tickets.
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