Othello
Shakespeare’s classic Othello is brought to life with a fresh, modern, and minimalist approach. Focusing on psychological tension and driven by powerful, nuanced performances, this production delivers a piercing story of love and jealousy that resonates deeply with audiences today.
Synopsis
Othello is a classic Shakespearean play about a powerful military leader who secretly marries Desdemona, a noblewoman admired for her kindness and strength. But jealousy begins to take root when Iago—Othello’s trusted officer—decides to destroy him. Angry at being passed over for a promotion, Iago weaves a web of lies, manipulating those around him and slowly convincing Othello that Desdemona has betrayed him.
Othello is a classic Shakespearean play about a powerful military leader who secretly marries Desdemona, a noblewoman admired for her kindness and strength. But jealousy begins to take root when Iago—Othello’s trusted officer—decides to destroy him. Angry at being passed over for a promotion, Iago weaves a web of lies, manipulating those around him and slowly convincing Othello that Desdemona has betrayed him.
Othello
By William Shakespeare
Wenn du geredet hättest, Desdemona
By Christine Brückner
Performance in English with Japanese subtitles
Presented by StagePlay Japan
Directed by Jacqueline Roussety
Intimacy Coordination by Juri Ito
Subtitles by Makoto Furusho
Cast:
Chuck Johnson
Paula Berwanger
Jim O’Connor
Andrew Kottler
Christiane Brew
Ian Martin
Christian Hatcher
Sponsored by:
Gakushuin Women’s College, Kansai Gaidai University, Metropolitan Hibiya High School, Shujitsu University
Supported by:
British Council, German Embassy Tokyo