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    Shylock Monologues

    Shylock is a character from The Merchant of Venice. Browse 4 curated audition pieces featuring Shylock, spanning tragicomedy, drama, classical. Each scene includes Director's Notes with performance guidance, character analysis, and a downloadable PDF.

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    Shylock's 'Hath Not a Jew Eyes?' Monologue

    The Merchant of Venice

    by William Shakespeare

    Shylock delivers a powerful defense of his humanity while justifying his desire for revenge against Antonio. He argues that Jews and Christians share the same physical and emotional vulnerabilities, concluding that he will follow the Christian example of vengeance.

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    2 min

    Shylock: How Like a Fawning Publican

    The Merchant of Venice

    by William Shakespeare

    Shylock confronts Antonio about his past mistreatment and hypocrisy, questioning why he should lend money to a man who has consistently insulted and degraded him.

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    monologue
    2 min

    Shylock: I Have Possessed Your Grace

    The Merchant of Venice

    by William Shakespeare

    Shylock stands before the Duke of Venice, refusing to accept a financial settlement in exchange for dropping his legal claim to a pound of Antonio's flesh. He argues that his desire for the forfeit is a matter of personal 'humour' and deep-seated loathing, for which he owes no further explanation.

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    2 min

    Hath Not a Jew Eyes?

    The Merchant of Venice

    by William Shakespeare

    Act III, Scene 1. Shylock delivers a powerful defense of his humanity while justifying his quest for vengeance against those who have wronged him. He argues that Jews and Christians share the same physical and emotional vulnerabilities, concluding that he will follow the Christian example of seeking retribution.

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    The Merchant of Venice

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