Othello
Swan Theatre
13 Feb - 3 Apr 2027
A respected female military general meets her soulmate. Desdemona is captivated by Othello's battle stories, and she by Desdemona's compassion. Their love holds promise and potential; together they are a positive force for change.
But their unsanctioned marriage perilously crosses boundaries of race, sex and status. Jealousy, suspicion and malign intent close in and corrupt their innermost circles, their trust, their minds and their lives.
Making her RSC debut, Monique Touko (Marie and Rosetta, Jaja's African Hair Braiding) sets this movement and music-infused Othello in a climate-threatened future, in which a black lesbian holds a seat of power. But in a society hellbent on 'justice' and revenge, can Othello's gifts of feminine intuition, professional prowess and devoted love protect her?
Dates:
13 Feb - 3 Apr 2027
Group Rates:
Groups tbc
Schools 10+ from £27
Age Recommendation:
tbc
Performance times:
RSC rep 19.15/13.15
Performance times:
tbc
Additional Guidance:
tbc
Theatre Address:
Waterside, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 7LS
Map:
Getting There:
The RSC's Swan Theatre is about 15 minutes' walk from Stratford-Upon-Avon station. Coach parking is available in Stratford-Upon-Avon,
Coach drivers should consult the local council website for more information here.
Workshop Suggestion:
Theatre Workout recommends our Shakespeare masterclass, exploring professional acting techniques used by the cast in rehearsals and on stage to bring the play to life, helping your group to develop a better understanding of Shakespeare's work, and the themes of the play.
Find out more about Theatre Workout's award-winning Stratford workshops at www.theatreworkout.com/stratford.