The Merchant Of Venice
Not only is this the best Merchant of Venice I've ever reviewed, but it's one of the finest Shakespeare productions I've ever seen, period.
Terry Teachout, The Wall Street Journal
Why see The Merchant Of Venice?
Al Pacino brings his sensational performance as Shylock to the Broadway stage this Fall with the Public Theater's production of The Merchant of Venice, directed by Daniel Sullivan.
Antonio, a young man, pledges a pound of his own flesh to a moneylender, Shylock, so a friend can woo his lady-love in style. Antonio learns a hard lesson in loyalty, humanity, friendship and prejudice when the revenge-seeking Shylock comes to collect and he is unable to pay.
Pacino and Sullivan expertly tackle one of Shakespeare's most controversial plays, offering modern audiences a new, shattering take on this rarely performed play.
The must-see event runs for only 78 performances! Don't miss this legendary production that the Wall Street Journal declared "cries out to be seen by everyone with a passion for truly great theater. The best Merchant I have ever seen!"
Dates
Previews from 19th October 2010
Opening night 15th November 2010
Closes temporarily 9th January 2011
Re-opens 1st February 2011
Closes 20th February 2011
Audience: The Merchant of Venice is suitable for audiences aged 11 and upwards. Children under 4 are not permitted in the Broadhurst Theatre.
Run time: Two hours and 55 minutes with one 20 minute interval
Important Notice : Curtain rises promptly at the time printed on your tickets. Latecomers will be seated at the discretion of management.
Show Schedule
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
| Matinee | - | - | - | - | - | 2 pm | 2 pm |
| Evening | - | 7 pm | 7 pm | 7 pm | 7 pm | 8 pm | - |
Reviews
Customer reviews
9 reviews, average rating: (4.9 Stars)
Josephine
BRAVO
I was lucky to see The Merchant of Venice in Central Park back in July. What a Great performance from my Idol, Al Pacino. I then saw it again on New Years Day in the 4th row, at the Broadhurst Theater. Mr Pacino blew me away with his performance again. I did get to meet Al Pacino just before he went into the Theater. He was so shy and just smiled at me and raised his hand to his forehead to say Hello. I saw him again for the last performace, he signed my book....what an actor...I wish this play wins the Tony ... Read more
Priscilla
Incredible
Saw Al Pacino in Merchant of Venice Sat 30th Oct and he was incredible as Shylock. If you have a chance to see this play don't miss it - we were blown away and I'm not a big fan of shakespeare plays generally but this was spellbinding! ... Read more
Joanna
AMAZING
I was mesmerized by the cast and the performance.
Seeing Al Pacino up close and in person, performing the way he did made me understand what an incredible actor is all about. I laughed, I cried, and the premium seat I had was worth very cent and more. BRAVO TO ALL CAST MEMBERS. PACINO IS A LEGEND! ... Read more
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