RSC Live: The Merchant of Venice
Synopsis
In the melting pot of Venice, trade is God. With its ships plying the globe, the city opens its arms to all - as long as they come prepared to do business and there is profit to be made. When the gold is flowing all is well - but when a contract between Bassanio and Shylock is broken, simmering racial tensions boil over. A wronged father, and despised outsider, Shylock looks to exact the ultimate price for a deal sealed in blood.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bridget Caldwell
- Screenplay & Story
- William Shakespeare
- Original Title
- RSC Live: The Merchant of Venice
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Production Studios
- Royal Shakespeare Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bridget Caldwell
William Shakespeare
Department Leadership Roster
Bridget Caldwell
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
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What is RSC Live: The Merchant of Venice about?
In the melting pot of Venice, trade is God. With its ships plying the globe, the city opens its arms to all - as long as they come prepared to do business and there is profit to be made. When the gold is flowing all is well - but when a contract between Bassanio and Shylock is broken, simmering racial tensions boil over. A wronged father, and despised outsider, Shylock looks to exact the ultimate price for a deal sealed in blood.
Who directed RSC Live: The Merchant of Venice?
RSC Live: The Merchant of Venice was directed by Bridget Caldwell.
Who stars in RSC Live: The Merchant of Venice?
The principal cast of RSC Live: The Merchant of Venice includes Makram J. Khoury, Patsy Ferran, Nadia Albina, Scarlett Brookes, Ken Nwosu.
When was RSC Live: The Merchant of Venice released and how long is it?
RSC Live: The Merchant of Venice was released in 2015 with a total runtime of 2h 30m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for RSC Live: The Merchant of Venice?
RSC Live: The Merchant of Venice holds official age classifications: GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.).