The Merchant of Venice (2005)
A BBC schools programme broadcast about Tom Stoppard’s abridged version of the play which was performed by the National Youth Theatre at the Royal Opera House in London. The televised recording of the performance is preceded by comments on the work in progress from stage director Paul Roseby and writer Tom Stoppard. Jeremy Irons, who played Antonio in the film version of The Merchant of Venice (2004), comments on the merits of producing a play with young actors.
Director: Paul Roseby
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Jeremy Irons as Himself |
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Yolanda Kettle as Portia |
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Francesca Zoutewelle as Nerissa |
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Gavin Fowler as Shylock |
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Harry Melling as Launcelot Gobbo |
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Gwawr Loader as Ensemble |
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Sophie MacClancy as Ensemble |
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Katie Moore as Ensemble |
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Rosa O'Reilly as Ensemble |
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Susan Wokoma as Ensemble |
| Writing | Tom Stoppard | Writer |
| Directing | Paul Roseby | Director |
