The Merchant of Venice
Comedy - Revival
City Center
Data not verified
- First Preview:
- Opening Date: March 4, 1953
- Closing Date: March 15, 1953
- Previews:
- Performances: 15
Playwright: William Shakespeare
Synopsis
Moneylender Shylock forces the Christian merchant Antonio to offer him a "pound of flesh" in exchange for money to allow Antonio's friend to marry the beautiful and wealthy Portia, in William Shakespeare's tale of revenge, greed and religion.
Opening Night Cast
| Luther Adler | Shylock | |
| Richard Astor | The Neopolitan Prince Court Clerk |
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| Philip Bourneuf | Antonio | |
| Frank Corsaro | Launcelot Gobbo | |
| James Daly | Gratiano | |
| Albert Duclos | Balthazar | |
| Robert Fletcher | Prince of Aragon |
Opening Night Production Credits
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William Shakespeare | Writer |
| Albert Marre | Staging | |
| Todd Bolender | Choreographer | |
| Lemuel Ayers | Scenic Design | |
| Lemuel Ayers | Costume Design | |
| New York City Drama Company (Albert Marre: Artistic Director) | Producer |
