The Merchant of Venice, Shakespeare’s classic tale of ambition, power and political unrest comes to Lowry this February.
Arriving directly from a sold-out West End run, The Royal Shakespeare Company promises to transport audiences back to 1930s Britain in this electrifying new production from acclaimed director Brigid Larmour.
As fascism sweeps Europe, and tensions in London rage, driven by Oswald Mosley’s British Union of Fascists threatening a paramilitary march through the Jewish East End, Shylock, a resilient single mother is desperate to protect her daughter’s future.
When charismatic merchant Antonio comes to her pawnbroking business for a loan, a high-stakes deal is struck. Will Shylock take her revenge, and who will pay the ultimate price?
Starring Tracy-Ann Oberman (EastEnders, Doctor Who) as Shylock, the show offers a timely and thought-provoking reminder of a key moment in British history.
The Merchant of Venice comes to Lowry from Tue 25 Feb – Sat 1 Mar. Book your tickets using the button below.
Tue 25 Feb - Sat 1 Mar, Lowry, The Quays, Salford M50 3AZ
- Words:
- Bradley Lengden
- Published on:
- Fri 10 Jan 2025
