David Harewood Advocates for Role Flexibility in Acting, Supports Controversial Casting Choices

The newly appointed RADA president argues that actors should not be restricted by their own identities when casting for roles.

David Harewood, known for his roles in 'Homeland' and 'Supergirl', has expressed support for actors playing roles that do not match their own identities.
Harewood, recently named president of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, criticized the current identity politics in casting.
He suggests that actors should be able to portray any character, including using blackface for roles such as Othello, provided their performance is exceptional.
Harewood shared his personal struggles with typecasting and the negative impact it had on his career.
He received mixed reactions to his presidency at RADA, with most feedback being positive but some negative responses highlighting racial tensions.