The Merchant Reviews are in! ****

A striking, slick adaptation of Shakespeare's problematic play

Arifa Akbar

The Guardian

With superb acting by Jessica Dennis as the maiden Nerrisa who jumps jobs and loyalties to friends and foes for the right price.

Victoria Rose

Lost in Theatreland

Arifa Akbar
Arifa AkbarThe Guardian
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The ideological underpinning here is much more rigorous, informing story and character, and showing both afresh.
Clive Davis
Clive DavisThe Times
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An invigorating production... It speaks to us
Dominic Cavendish
Dominic CavendishThe Telegraph
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Oberman and co are on to something. This is potent.
Patrick Marmion
Patrick MarmionDaily Mail
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thoughtful and unsettling production
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Watford Palace’s production of The Merchant of Venice 1936 opened this week with much excitement. ACT’s client, Jessica Dennis plays Mary Gobbo and Nerissa in this vibrant and relevant production.

Click here for the final Watford Palace tickets before it transfers to HOME, Manchester and RSC’s, the Swan Theatre

JD Jessica Dennis