The Lord Chamberlain’s Men: Shakespeare’s Othello
10 June | Gates open: 18:00 | Performance starts: 19:00| Approx. finish: 21:10 (including a 15-minute interval)
This summer, we are delighted to welcome The Lord Chamberlain’s Men to Leonardslee for the very first time with Shakespeare’s Othello, one of the most captivating and thrilling plays ever written.
Experience Shakespeare as it was originally performed, as The Lord Chamberlain’s Men – with a history stretching back to Shakespeare’s own company – present this gripping tragedy in the open air, with an all-male cast and authentic Elizabethan costumes, music and dance.
“I know my price, I am worth no worse a place.”
Othello, the Moor of Venice, a respected General in the Venetian army, promotes the young Cassio to be his Lieutenant over Iago, a soldier in his service. In doing so he unwittingly sparks Iago’s deep-seated hatred into terrifying life and sets in motion a horrendous spiral of vengeance and destruction that sweeps away everyone before it. As Iago weaves his web and seeks his revenge he poisons Othello against Desdemona, who he has recently and secretly married, and turns the world upside down until Othello becomes unmoored from reality with devastating consequences.
“Put out the light, and then put out the light.”
A powerful story of deception, jealousy and a man that loved not wisely but too well – this stunning and heartbreakingly poignant play is one you won’t want to miss. Bring a chair and settle in for a truly unforgettable evening of open-air theatre. Book early to avoid missing out!
“The best authentic Shakespearean experience” Yorkshire Post
Adult £20 | Child £12 (plus booking fee)
