The Merchant of Venice (Jesus College Shakespeare Project)

Content Warnings: frequent Anti-Semitic language and behaviour; xenophobic and racist language and behaviour; homophobia and repression of sexuality; coercive (and potentially predatory) behaviour; sexual innuendo; violence and allusions to death; weapons; loud noises

Venue/Dates of Show: 28-29 November (MT25 7th week), Jesus College Hall

Deadline: Sunday 26 October at 12noon

Audition Type: Self-tape (first round); In person (callbacks)

Description: We are looking for a male-presenting actor to join our wonderful and friendly cast as Bassanio. Please note that the role includes scenes of intimacy with the actors playing Antonio and Portia which will be directed by a professional intimacy director.
This play is very difficult, especially in light of recent events, and we are committed to ensuring not only a safe working environment for all concerned. We also wish to combine this production with supporting events in promotion of training into both Anti-Semitism and Islamophobia and interfaith dialogue. If you have any questions about this, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Link to Audition Pack: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/dHcdAGWM0z