Hardships Of Othello

Through-out the years, countless number of actors have taken on the challenging role of Othello. Many of them have succeeded, while many have come short of expectation. Nevertheless, the role of Othello remains the most challenging to play and is a testament of the ability of all actors, since it was first performed in 1604. From our generations different interpretations on the language of the plays, to the need for creativity to captivate the audience. The challenges for actors have been increasing with every year. But there are those whom have taken on those odds and triumphed into a spot worthy or recognition and praise. First let’s discuss the challenges of acting such a role as Othello. To get to the challenging part of a particular

On March 19, 1930 Paul Robeson took the stage as the actor of Othello, with a twist. Robeson would be kissing a white women on stage, which is something audience have never witnessed, and without any incidents prior to the play, the performance was an incredible success. The performance continued for an unimaginable 295 performances and after the first performance, Robeson received 20 curtain calls. After the play was an incredible success in London, the performed at New York, at opening night the cast received and outstanding 20 minute standing ovation for a total of 10 curtain calls. This time the play ran for 296 performance, which is double of any Shakespeare performance ever preformed on

But it was not a part without any challenges. From the actors trying to bring out their dark side, showing such an endless case of emotions and feelings in their body language to their interpretation of the play and language Shakespeare used during his era. The challenges seem to keep growing over the years and are an enormous tasks that could make any actor capable a star. Roberson whom set records with reviews and continuous performances that spanned both London and Broadway in New York, to IRA becoming the first African American to play the role. To the first actor to play the role of Othello, Richard whom played almost all of Shakespeare celebrated roles, set the expectations for the part to a level that many could not reach. Regardless of the actor, the challenges or the triumphs the role of Othello is legendary in its own right and is a role that actors dream of playing. It will continue to evolve and change with interpretation and the creative ideas, but we can never forget whom create this incredible play, Shakespeare