Desdemona is a bright, headstrong daughter of a senator; elevated by her status but stifled by its expectations. Othello is a refugee of slavery; having risen to the top of a white world, he finds love across racial lines has a cost.

Wed in secret, both crave a new life together. But as unseen forces conspire against them, they find their future is not theirs to decide.

Filmed live on the Lyttleton stage of the National Theatre.

Please note: This performance contains sequences of strobe lighting which might affect customers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy.

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