Playwright: Keith Hamilton Cobb
Rights: Dramatists
Cast Size: 2m
Synopsis:
A seasoned African-American actor auditioning for the role of William Shakespeare’s iconic black hero Othello must respond to the dictates of a younger white director who presumes to understand how to maximize the black character for believability. What could possibly go wrong? A poetic exploration of Shakespeare, race, and America, not necessarily in that order
Ratings:
Language: 18+
Adult Content: 16+
Violence: All ages
Pay attention to: Actor talks to several different “people” throughout the play. These transitions need to be clear and distinct.
Flexibility: All changes must be approved in advance.
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