Teen Actors Needed for "Merchant of Venice"
Teen actors wanted for "The Merchant of Venice". See the details below! Rate: A stipend will be paid for this performance, which is adapted. Additional info: The audition will consist of cold readings from the script. Scripts and sides will be provided at the audition, but auditioners are encouraged to be familiar with the play. Headshots and resumés are requested but not required. Actors should be aged 16 and older. No appointment necessary during this come-and-go audition. Please see the attachment for details. If you are interested please apply.
18 roles
An heiress of Belmont: Quick-witted, wealthy, and beautiful, Portia embodies the virtues that are typical of Shakespeare’s heroines—it is no surprise that she emerges as the antidote to Shylock’s malice.
Portia’s waiting-gentlewoman: Witty and observant, offering a foil to Portia's more serious nature
Servant to Portia.
A suitor who wants to win Portia in the casket lottery devised by her father. Vows to never marry again if he loses
An arrogant Spanish nobleman who also attempts to win Portia's hand by picking a casket.
A Venetian gentleman, suitor to Portia (Male, 20s to 30s): A complex character who is both romantic and somewhat flawed. While he demonstrates loyalty and intelligence, he also exhibits impulsiveness and a tendency to spend beyond his means.
An energetic go-getter: Known for his wit and sharp tongue, he is a loyal friend to Antonio, the merchant, and a close companion to Bassanio.
Sneaky future husband to Jessica: A friend of Bassanio. In love with Shylock's daughter Jessica, he helps her run away from her father.
A well-connected merchant of Venice, and a friend of Antonio and Bassanio.
A companion of Antonio and Bassanio. He tries to uplift Antonio's spirits and provides comic relief.
Servant to Bassanio.
A strong person with firm opinions. The Duke upholds the law against all odds.
His daughter, later wife to Lorenzo: Captivating and complex, she elopes with Lorenzo (a Christian) and helps set the stage for the drama that follows.
Another Jewish moneylender: Shylock’s friend, Tubal helps Shylock provide the funds for the loan to Antonio.
Servant to Shylock
Lancelet’s father
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