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Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal star in a new production of Shakespeare's classic.

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About Othello

Tony® & Academy Award® winner Denzel Washington stars as Othello, the noble Moor of Venice and commanding warrior-general. Opposite him, Tony & Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal portrays Iago, the ambitious lieutenant and masterful manipulator.

 

Spurned for promotion, Iago’s relentless quest for vengeance against Othello and his wife, Desdemona (portrayed by Molly Osborne), plunges them into a shocking web of deception and betrayal.

 

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Denzel in Anything
"Even if you are not a Shakespeare afficionado seeing Denzel live is a showstopper. Good to know general storyline before you come. Easily followed if you do. Worth the very hefty price tag that scalpers command."
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george b from Fort Lauderdale on Mar 16, 2025
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Do not miss this!!
"An amazing performance. Outstanding! Breathtaking. We came from UK and this has blown our minds. Broadway all the way!! "
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Samantha H from Huddersfield on Mar 13, 2025
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BRAVO BRAVA👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
"As a Theatre-Drama Educator- Shakespeare's Othello has been my go to for introducing Literary Theory to my high school thespians-giving them insights and broad perspectives on the Bard's work. I have experienced Othello via many mediums and many 'Othellos' and this adaptation was FULL CIRCLE with Denzel as Othello !!! The entire production was OUTSTANDING❣️I did not get to meet Denzel- understandably (a lively excited crowd of us waited at the stage door) it was an unforgettable moment! I did meet the Director who was so personable and kind.😍 FYI--the cigarettes the antagonist smoked in the first act were REAL-- as I was very close to the stage- and this was irritating - uncomfortable for me- however- there was no more smoking throughout the rest of the absolutely exceptional play!! A MUST SEE!!🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🤗"
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Sandra F from Houston on Mar 4, 2025
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Truly amazing!
"Impecable music. Small theatre. Amazing watching Denzel and Jake perform live. "
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Daniel C from San Pedro on Feb 28, 2025
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It was a brilliant performance!
"I actually thought it was an up to date adaptation of Othello meaning I wasn’t expecting “ Old English” However it wouldn’t be the same! I struggled during opening and then it clicked! It was wonderful and the actors were brilliant!"
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Broadway.com Customer on Feb 26, 2025
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Great show - but a bit miscast
"Jake Gyllenhaal is amazing. The way in which he performs Shakespeare but makes it relatable in modern tone, cadence and gestures requires a true understanding of the material. Denzel Washington is an amazing actor and performs Shakespeare with talent, however, this is not his best stage role. It is not a great fit. He and Molly Osbourne's Desdemona have zero romantic chemistry. I'm glad I took the time and spent the money to see this show, however, it's not the best play I've seen on Broadway."
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Broadway.com Customer on Mar 14, 2025
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