An extraordinary new production of Shakespeare’s most enduring tragedy, directed by Clint Dyer with a cast that includes Giles Terera (Hamilton), Rosy McEwen (The Alienist) and Paul Hilton (The Inheritance).

SYNOPSIS

An extraordinary new production of Shakespeare’s most enduring tragedy, directed by Clint Dyer with a cast that includes Giles Terera (Hamilton), Rosy McEwen (The Alienist) and Paul Hilton (The Inheritance).

She’s a bright, headstrong daughter of a senator; elevated by her status but stifled by its expectations. He’s refugee of slavery; having risen to the top of a white world, he finds 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.

Othello is filmed live on the Lyttleton stage of the National Theatre.

The Sunday, May 7 encore screening will be followed by a free post-show talk with guest speaker Julia Schleck. (UNL Associate Professor of English and Medieval and Renaissance Studies Program faculty member). More info…

Thursday, April 27, 2023 – 7:00 P.M.

Sunday, May 7, 2023 – 1:00 P.M.

BUY TICKETS

TICKET PRICES

$24 General Admission
$22 Seniors
$17 Members, Students, Military
$5  UNL, Nebraska Wesleyan, Union College, and SCC Students

Distributed by

National Theatre Live

Hearing Assistance

Assisted Listening Devices Available

Run Time

3 hours (with one 20-minute intermission)