Four County Players Theatre Announces OTHELLO Discount Offer and Volunteer Opportunities

Four County Players Theatre will be offering a ticket discount for their final weekend of OTHELLO. To take advantage of the offer, mention the discount over the phone and get $5 off each ticket. Tickets can be purchased over the phone at (540) 832-5355 or in person. For more information on box office hours, visit www.4cp.org.

Additionally, theatre manager Pam Edelmann is looking for volunteers to clean the theatre and usher the shows this weekend. Volunteer will be able to see the show for free. Those interested should email theatermanager@4cp.org.

OTHELLO, directed by Clinton Johnston, runs from October 2nd to October 17th. Jealousy fuels the downward spiral that is Othello's demise in one of Shakespeare's greatest tragedies. One of the world's most timeless and universal tales of love and betrayal, Shakespeare's tragic masterpiece begins in Venice, Italy. Senator Brabantio's beautiful daughter, Desdemona, has secretly married Othello, a Moorish general whom Iago begrudgingly serves as ensign. Having recently been passed over for a promotion by Othello, Iago calmly and methodically plots his revenge. When word arrives that a Turkish attack of Cyprus is imminent, the army sails off to defend Cyprus. Iago seizes the opportunity to exact retribution by deceiving the trusting Othello into believing that his new wife is unfaithful. As the story unfurls across the Mediterranean Sea, envy and deceit spiral into epic tragedy.

Founded in 1973, Four County Players is Central Virginia's longest continuously-operating community theater. For more than 35 years, The Players have delighted audiences with a full range of theater experiences. Located in the small village of Barboursville, the theater is the cultural hub for the community, serving as both an artistic and educational center. The Players are well known for their masterful musicals, hilarious comedies and magical productions of Shakespeare.