Othello is the greatest general of his age. A fearsome warrior, loving husband and revered defender of Venice against its enemies.  But he is also an outsider whose victories have created enemies of his own, men driven by prejudice and jealousy to destroy him. As they plot in the shadows, Othello realises too late that the greatest danger lies not in the hatred of others, but his own fragile and destructive pride.

RSC Live: Othello

A new version for younger audiences by Bijan Sheibani and Ben Power.  Originally staged as part of the National Theatre’s Shakespeare for younger audiences programme. This archival recording was captured in 2017.  This contemporary production sees a company of eight tell the most famous love story of all time, set against a vivid urban backdrop bursting with excitement, colour, dance and song.  A swift, contemporary celebration of Shakespeare’s masterpiece, Bijan Sheibani’s thrilling production brings Romeo and Juliet to life for a new generation.