Othello (The Tragedy of Othello, the Moor of Venice) is a tragedy by William Shakespeare. The story revolves around its two central characters: Othello, a Moorish general in the Venetian army and his unfaithful ensign, Iago. Given its varied and enduring themes of racism, love, jealousy, betrayal, revenge and repentance.

Iago, a Venetian soldier and ensign, is passed over for promotion by Othello, a Moorish nobleman who has reached the pinnacle of his career: He is the general of the Venetian army and has secretly married Desdemona, daughter of an important statesman in Venice. Partly to be avenged for this slight and partly because of his dark nature, Iago has determined to destroy Othello’s happiness. 

Written by- William Shakespeare

Directed by- Gajraj Nagar

About the artists

Mannu Rawat is a seasoned actor, worked in theatre for two years in which he did many plays with some esteemed directors, he has been on on many T.V. serials, short films and web series like crime patrol, sawdhaan India, chidiya ghar and many more. He recently won the best actor award in Panchan Pathak Smriti Haasya Festival.

Ujjwal Mudgal a theatre actor is the soul of the play, portraying the character of Shahjahan. He has earlier done plays like here lies the point, Bihar junction and many more.

Prakhar Singh holds an experience of 5 years in professional theatre. Has been associated with theatre directors like Abhijeet Chowdhary, Aniruddh Khutwad. Has so far acted in 23 full length plays, over 75 street plays.