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The Merchant of Venice review

“Tremendously sensitive”

ReviewsMar 3, 2022by Dave FargnoliSam Wanamaker Playhouse, London

Adrian Schiller (Shylock) and Michael Gould (Antonio) in The Merchant of Venice. Photo: Tristram Kenton

Abigail Graham directs a stylish production that examines the toxic effects of prejudice and patriarchy at the Sam Wanamaker Playhouse

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