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...
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...
(a Jew of Venice)
Dustin Hoffman, renowned for his versatile portrayals and a key figure in New Hollywood, was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play for his role as Shylock in the 1989 production of The Merchant of Venice. more...
(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...
(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...
Awards and Nominations
1990 Tony Awards
Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Play: Dustin Hoffman was nominated but did not win.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play: Geraldine James was nominated but did not win.
1989 Drama Desk Awards
Outstanding Actress - Musical: Geraldine James was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Actress - Play: Geraldine James was nominated but did not win.
Outstanding Featured Actor - Play : Dustin Hoffman was nominated but did not win.
Production Team
Paul Arditti Sound Designer
Chris Dyer Costume Designer
Scenic Designer
Peter Hall Director
Neil Peter Jampolis Lighting Designer
Robert Lockhart Composer
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