Andrew Scott, Ray Fearon, Hayley Atwell and Colin Morgan star in Shakespeare's ever-topical story of over-confident traders, a debt-ridden country dependent on credit, and a society suspicious of religious difference. This modern version is set in the City of London in the 2008 financial crisis. It's introduced by the BBC's Business Editor, Simon Jack.

Adapted and directed by Emma Harding

Antonio.....Ray Fearon

Bassanio.....Colin Morgan

Portia.....Hayley Atwell

Shylock.....Andrew Scott

Salarino.....Ryan Whittle

Salanio.....Neerja Naik

Gratiano.....Ryan Early

Lorenzo.....Chris Lew Kum Hoi

Jessica.....Lauren Cornelius

Launcelot Gobbo.....Luke Bailey

Nerissa.....Kerry Gooderson

Morocco.....Stefan Adegbola

Arragon.....Javier Marzan

The Duke.....Neil McCaul

Tubal.....Clive Hayward

Balthasar.....Rupert Holliday-Evans

Musical setting of 'Where is fancy bred? composed by Emma Harding, performed by Kerry Gooderson and Peter Ringrose.