The Merchant of Venice (2024)
- Promenade performance
- 29 May – 1 June
- 5 June – 8 June
- Performances begin at 7.30 pm
Tickets can be bought online, by visiting the Eastgate Theatre box office or by calling 01721 725777. Wed/Thur £12/£10 and Fri/Sat £14/£12.
Director: David Bon
Please note that our outdoor performances are in the grounds of Traquair House. The performances take place whatever the weather, so come prepared with suitable clothing and footwear. Our plays begin at 7.30 promptly, so make sure you have time to park your car and walk to the start of our play.
The play follows a young Venetian aristocrat in pursuit of his lady love Portia who is only allowed to marry the man that successfully completes the challenge her late father set for potential suitors. The only problem is that Bassanio is broke, and his best friend Antonio is temporarily short of funds as all his investments are tied up at sea. So, they turn to the moneylender Shylock who accepts a pound of Antonio’s flesh as his bond. Not to worry; Antonio has three ships at sea and only one needs to make it back for him to pay off Shylock. What could possibly go wrong?