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Photos: OTHELLO on Broadway Welcomes Joe and Jill Biden for A Backstage Visit
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 26, 2025

The stars came out to celebrate last night at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre and the high profile guest list included President Joe Biden and former First Lady Jill Biden. Check out photos from their visit.

Denzel Washington and Kenny Leon Are Discussing OTHELLO Film Adaptation
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 25, 2025

In a recent interview, Othello director Kenny Leon confirmed that there has 'absolutely' been conversations with the actor about a film version and is hopeful about Jake Gyllenhaal joining as well.

Video: Jake Gyllenhaal Opens Up About Portraying Iago Opposite Denzel Washington
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 25, 2025

Jake Gyllenhaal is officially back on Broadway as Iago, opposite Denzel Washington in the new production of Shakespeare's Othello. On a visit to The Late Show, Gyllenhaal discussed the character, sharing his intimidation to take on such an iconic role. Watch the interview!

Photos: OTHELLO Brings Out Pres. Joe Biden, Jennifer Lopez and More on Opening Night!
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 24, 2025

The stars came out to celebrate last night at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre, where Shakespeare's Othello took its first official Broadway bow in the 21st century. Go inside opening night as President Joe Biden, Jennifer Lopez, Peter Dinklage, and more turned up on the red carpet!

OTHELLO Set to Offer $49 Tickets Through Student Rush
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 24, 2025

The new Broadway production of William Shakespeare’s Othello starring Tony Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal is offering student rush. Learn more!

Photos: Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal at OTHELLO Opening Night Curtain Call
by Bruce Glikas - Mar 24, 2025

Othello, starring Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal is now officially open at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. See photos of the opening night bows here!

Video: Stars Walk the Red Carpet at OTHELLO Opening Night
by Joey Mervis - Mar 24, 2025

Watch video highlights from the star-studded red carpet, which included special guests Jamie Lee Curtis, Danielle Brooks, Blair Underwood, Coleman Domingo, Al Roker, Liev Schreiber, Rosie Perez and many more!

Review Roundup: OTHELLO, Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 24, 2025

Tony Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal go toe-to-toe in Broadway's latest production of Othello, directed by Kenny Leon. The production just opened at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Check out what the critics are saying here...

Kenny Leon Wants Audiences to 'Recognize Truth' in His New OTHELLO
by Sidney Paterra - Mar 23, 2025

With Othello, Kenny Leon returns to the rehearsal room for the third time this season. He brought Samm-Art Williams' Home to Broadway last June and was the mastermind behind the recent revival of Our Town, which opened last fall. How did he land on Shakespeare for his next project?

Photos: OTHELLO On Broadway Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 22, 2025

Tony Award winner and two-time Academy Award winner Denzel Washington and Tony Award nominee and Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal go toe-to-toe in Broadway's latest production of Othello, directed by Kenny Leon. Check out brand-new production photos.

OUR TOWN Is Now Available to Watch at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 11, 2025

Kenny Leon's 2024 revival of Thornton Wilder's Our Town was filmed by the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, and is now accessible to view at the Theatre on Film and Tape Archive. 

OTHELLO Breaks Record For Top-Grossing Play in Broadway History
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2025

Othello, now in previews at the Barrymore Theatre, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, has broken the record for top-grossing play in Broadway history with a gross of $2,818,297.00 for eight performances.

Video: SURVIVAL OF THE THICKEST Season Two Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 4, 2025

Survival of the Thickest, the Netflix series starring Michelle Buteau, has released the trailer for its second season, which hits the streamer on March 27. Watch the trailer now!

Broadway's OTHELLO: Meet the All-Star Cast as Previews Begin at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Feb 24, 2025

Discover the star-studded cast of Broadway's OTHELLO as previews launch tonight, February 24, 2025, at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre. Premiere set for March 23.

OTHELLO on Broadway to Offer $49 Tickets Through Digital Lottery
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025

Shakespeare’s Othello, directed by Kenny Leon and starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, is launching a digital lottery policy. Learn more about the production and see how to purchase tickets.

Up on the Marquee: OTHELLO
by Jennifer Broski - Feb 12, 2025

Shakespeare's Othello, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, is getting ready to return to Broadway. Previews will begin Monday, February 24, 2025 at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre.Check out photos of the new marquee here!

Video: In Rehearsals for OTHELLO with Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal
by Joey Mervis - Feb 11, 2025

Othello, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, is now in rehearsals for its Broadway return. Watch in this video as the full company meets the press and chats about what audiences can expect.

Photos: Denzel Washington, Jake Gyllenhaal, and the Cast of OTHELLO Meet the Press
by Bruce Glikas - Feb 11, 2025

Shakespeare's Othello, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, is now in rehearsals. Previews will begin Monday, February 24, 2025 at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre.

Photos: In Rehearsals for OTHELLO, Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 27, 2025

Get a first look at rehearsals for Shakespeare's Othello, starring Denzel Washington as Othello and Jake Gyllenhaal as Iago, directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon. See the full star-studded cast, including Molly Osborne, Andrew Burnap, and more.

OUR TOWN Plays Final Broadway Performance
by Nicole Rosky - Jan 19, 2025

Our Town will play its final performance at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre following 26 previews and 117 regular performances. The venue will soon be home to Othello, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal.