SHALAH-(Male, late teen - late 40's) a Jewish money-lender.
JESSICA-(Female, 12-17) Shalah's daughter.
THE MERCHANT-(Male, 20's-40's)A Christian. Also plays a VOICE.
LORENZO-(Male, teenage to early 20's) A Christian nobleman.
LEAH-(Female, 16.) Shalah's bride. Note: The roles of LEAH and GOBBO are written to be played by the same actress, if so desired.
GOBBO- (Female, teen-20's) A tomboy and servant. A Christian.
CAPITANO-(Male or Female, 20's) An officer. Also VOICE.
OTHER POSSIBLE ROLES: MUSICIANS, GUARDS, JEWISH CITIZENS, CHRISTIANS OF VENICE