(Pic: Farai Gwaze as Othello. Photograph by Val Adamson)
Durban production of “Othello” heads for Johannesburg University Theatre.
Matric learners and their teachers are encouraged not to miss out on a great learning aid opportunity.
Think Theatre’s production of Shakespeare’s Othello at the Johannesburg University Theatre from May 28 to June 4 is geared for secondary school learners studying Shakespeare’s stage tragedy as a set work. Supported by Damelin, this production is directed by award-winning Durban actor Clare Mortimer, herself a writer of note and an experienced English teacher.
Othello features Farai Gwaze in the title role, playing opposite Josette Eales as Desdemona, with Iain ‘Ewok’ Robinson as Iago and Mortimer taking the role of his wife, Emilia. Also featured in the exceptionally strong cast are Michael Gritten, Darren King, Marc Kay, Sean de Klerk, Loyiso MacDonald, Karen Logan, Clinton Small, Adam Doré and Rowan Bartlett.
With its varied themes of racism, love, jealousy and betrayal, Shakespeare’s classic remains as relevant to present-day audiences as it ever was. This production played to packed houses, and garnered critical acclaim during its seasons at The Playhouse and at Hilton College Theatre in February and March this year.
Performances of Othello are at 09h00 and 12h00 daily from May 29 to June 4 inclusive with evening performances on May 28 and 29 and June 4 at 19h00. Tickets R40 booked on 083 251 9412.
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