Antonio, a Merchant of Venice
Bassanio, a friend of Antonio
Salarino, a friend of Antonio and Bassanio
Lorenzo, in love with Jessica
Shylock, a rich Jew
Jessica, Shylock's daughter
Portia, a rich heiress
Nerissa, Portia's waiting-maid
A boy
Solanio, a friend of Antonio and Bassanio
Gratiano, a friend of Antonio and Bassanio
Prince of Aragon
