The Merchant of Venice - Production & Contact Info (original) (raw)

Antonio stands pledge on a bond for his friend Bassanio with the moneylender. Bassanio has borrowed the money to woo Portia and is successful. Antonio has a series of financial setbacks and can't pay the 3000 ducets when due, forfeiting ...See moreAntonio stands pledge on a bond for his friend Bassanio with the moneylender. Bassanio has borrowed the money to woo Portia and is successful. Antonio has a series of financial setbacks and can't pay the 3000 ducets when due, forfeiting the bond. Shylock invokes his right to take one pound of Antonio's flesh, from close to his heart. Shakespeares play. Written by paul-e-conder See less