Farewell the tranquil mind.
A bright, headstrong daughter of a senator; elevated by her status but stifled by its expectations.
A refugee of slavery; having risen to the top of a white world, he?finds that love across racial lines has a cost.
Wed in secret, Desdemona and Othello crave a new life together.
But as unseen forces conspire against them, they find their future is not theirs to decide.
Clint Dyer (Death of England: Parts 1, 2 and 3; Get Up Stand Up! The Bob Marley Musical) directs an extraordinary new vision for one of Shakespeare’s most enduring tragedies, with a cast that includes Giles Terera (Death of England: Face to Face), Rosy McEwen (The Alienist) and Paul Hilton (The Inheritance).
The production will be screened in cinemas across the UK from 23 February 2023 and around the world on 27 April 2023 via NT Live.
National Theatre, South Bank, SE1 9PX until 21st January: Times: Mon-Sat 7.30pm; Wed & Sat matinees 2pm. Admission: £20 – £89.
Booking: www.nationaltheatre.org.uk
