Othello Tickets
About Othello
Don’t miss David Harewood OBE (Homeland, Best of Enemies) in his return to the title role in one of Shakespeare’s most beloved plays, Othello, directed by Tony Award-winner Tom Morris (War Horse, Dr Semmelweis, The Grinning Man). Book Othello tickets on Today Tix.
Experience Othello like never before as it hits the Theatre Royal Haymarket this autumn, starring an outstanding cast including the lead David Harewood OBE (Homeland, Best of Enemies), Tony Jones OBE (Mr Bates vs the Post Office, Detectorists) starring as Iago, and Caitlin FitzGerland (Succession, Masters of Sex) playing Desdemona.
Othello in London is made possible by its creative team, including the director Tom Morris (War Horse, Dr Semmelweis, The Grinning Man), music by PJ Harvey, sound design by Jon Nicholls, lighting design by Richard Howell, and costume supervisor Sabia Smith.
Together, they bring to life one of Shakespeare’s most emotional dramas. This contemporary iteration of Othello promises a truly magnificent performance that will not disappoint.
Run time
2hr. Incl. 1 interval.
Categories
Age
Ages 12+.
Start date
23rd October, 2025
End date
17th January, 2026
Othello cast and creative team
Directed by: Tom Morris
Music by: PJ Harvey
Cast: David Harewood, Toby Jones & Caitlin FitzGerald
Venue
Theatre Royal Haymarket
Directions
Location: West End Railway station: Charing Cross Bus numbers: (Haymarket) 3, 6, 9, 12, 13, 15, 19, 23, 38, 53, 88, 139, 159 Night bus numbers: (Haymarket) 6, 12, 23, 88, 139, 453, N8, N19, N38, N97, N3, N13, N15, N136, N159 Car park: Leicester Square, Whitcomb Street (2mins) Directions from tube: (5mins) Go along Coventry Street and then take Haymarket on the right where the theatre will be approx. 200 metres along.
More information about Othello
Othello was first performed in 1604 and remains one of Shakespeare’s most gripping plays to this day. It’s a tale of lies, broken trust, and lives destroyed by jealousy. This revival reimagines a timeless story for a new generation, confronting themes like toxic masculinity head-on.
David Harewood OBE (Homeland, Best of Enemies) leads the cast in the title role in his highly anticipated return to the London stage starring in this role for the third time. Harewood became the first Black man to play the role of Othello at the National Theatre in 1997, something he was very conscious of at the time.
He said to The Guardian, “The last time I played it I was very conscious of being the first black actor to play it at the National… I think I was carrying perhaps a little bit more of the history than I was aware of at the time.”
With his talented castmates, as well as the direction of the outstanding Tony Award-winning Tom Morris (War Horse, Dr Semmelweis, The Grinning Man), this rendition of Shakespeare’s classic Othello is sure to keep audiences captivated.
What to watch for
- The character of Iago has more lines than Othello and is only second to the character of Hamlet, making him one of Shakespeare’s more dominant villains.
- The first female actress to appear on the English stage was Margaret Hughes in 1660 in the role of Desdemona.
- In 1968, a musical adaptation of Othello was created called Catch My Soul.
- The famous euphemism of ‘the green-eyed monster’ originated in Othello.
Frequently asked questions
What is Othello about?
Don’t miss David Harewood OBE (Homeland, Best of Enemies) in his return to the title role in one of Shakespeare’s most beloved plays, Othello, directed by Tony Award-winner Tom Morris (War Horse, Dr Semmelweis, The Grinning Man). This is a production that expertly explores the difficult topics of love and betrayal, and how far a person can be pushed through grief.
How do you get tickets for Othello?
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What is the running time of Othello?
Othello runs for 2hr. Incl. 1 interval.
Which theatre is Othello at?
Othello is at London's Theatre Royal Haymarket, which is located at 8 Haymarket, London, SW1Y 4HT.
What is the age recommendation for Othello?
Ages 12+.
How much are tickets for Othello?
Othello tickets start at £25.
Who wrote Othello?
William Shakespeare wrote the play.
Who directed Othello?
Tom Morris stages the show.
Is Othello appropriate for kids?
This play is ideal for those ages 12 and above as it has themes related to mental health, as well as scenes of sex, violence, death.
Is Othello good?
Othello is a timeless and beloved play that has been performed worldwide. This contemporary performance promises an excellent cast, led by David Harewood OBE (Homeland, Best of Enemies), who returns to the title role for the third time. With a formidable cast and creative team, this iteration of Othello promises a performance that will captivate audiences.
