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Star-Studded Opening for Shakespeare’s Othello on Broadway
Last night, the Ethel Barrymore Theatre lit up with excitement as Shakespeare’s Othello made its premiere on Broadway for the 21st century. Notable figures from the world of politics and entertainment graced the event, including President Joe Biden and former First Lady Jill Biden, adding to the evening’s prestige. Amidst the glamour, attendees captured memorable moments during the opening night celebrations.
For those interested in exploring the event’s highlights, a gallery showcasing images from the glamorous red carpet has been made available.
The reimagined Broadway adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Othello features the remarkable talents of Denzel Washington, a Tony Award recipient and two-time Academy Award winner, alongside Jake Gyllenhaal, who is a Tony Award nominee as well as an Academy Award nominee. The production also aims to make theater more accessible by introducing a $49 student rush ticket policy.
Under the direction of Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, this production of Othello is scheduled for a limited run, concluding on Sunday, June 8. The production has drawn attention and anticipation, with reviews available for those who wish to dive deeper into the critical response.
In addition to Washington and Gyllenhaal, the cast includes Molly Osborne as Desdemona, Andrew Burnap, who won a Tony Award, in the role of Cassio, Anthony Michael Lopez as Roderigo, Daniel Pearce as Brabantio, and Kimber Elayne Sprawl as Emilia.
Below are some highlights from the evening:
President Joe Biden with Denzel Washington
Denzel Washington, President Joe Biden, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Director Kenny Leon
President Joe Biden with Jake Gyllenhaal
Denzel Washington with President Joe Biden and Jake Gyllenhaal
Dr. Jill Biden, Producer Brian Moreland, Denzel Washington, President Joe Biden, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Director Kenny Leon
Dr. Jill Biden with Denzel Washington
Dr. Jill Biden with President Joe Biden
President Joe Biden with Andrew Burnap
President Joe Biden and Dr. Jill Biden pose with Denzel Washington, Jake Gyllenhaal, Andrew Burnap, Molly Osbourne, Kimber Elayne Sprawl, Director Kenny Leon, and the Company of “Othello” on Broadway
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