Overview

• The Broadway revival of Othello, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, continues to break box office records during its limited 15-week run, grossing over $2.8 million in its first full week of previews.
• Premium ticket prices reaching $995 have drawn criticism from prominent theater figures, including Audra McDonald and Brian Cox, who have expressed concerns about accessibility.
• McDonald stated she cannot afford to attend the production, while Cox labeled the pricing structure as emblematic of broader issues in American theater.
• In response to criticism, Washington and director Kenny Leon highlighted the availability of $50 student rush tickets and digital lotteries aimed at improving affordability.
• This marks the first Broadway revival of Othello in over 40 years, with the production running at the Barrymore Theatre through June 8, 2025.