WILLIAM PATERSON UNIVERSITY PRESENTS “OTHELLO”
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William Shakespeare’s classic play
“Othello” will be staged at William Paterson University’s
Shea Center for Performing Arts on March 22 at 7:30 p.m. The critically
acclaimed Aquila Theater Company will present the play.
The story begins with the secret marriage of Othello, a Moor and
mercenary for the Venetian army, and Desdemona, the daughter of
a high-powered senator. Othello’s ensign and confidant, Iago,
becomes envious of Othello’s conquests and is enraged at being
passed over for a promotion. He seeks revenge by planting seeds
of jealousy and doubt into Othello’s mind about his wife’s
fidelity, while advising Desdemona to act in ways that will only
fuel her husband’s suspicions. In this production, only the
audience is aware of Iago’s villainous plan.
The Aquila Theatre Company presents this production as part of its
2003-2004 North American tour. Founded in 1991 by Peter Meineck,
the company has gained a well-earned international reputation as
one of the foremost producers of touring classical theatre. Aquila
is also the company in residence at the Center for Asian Studies
at New York University.
Funding for this production of “Othello” comes from
the National Endowment for the Arts, through a new program, “Shakespeare
in American Communities,” a national theater touring initiative,
which brings professional performances of Shakespeare’s fundamental
works, accompanied by educational programs, to small and mid-size
cities in all 50 states.
Tickets are $22 standard, $20 for senior citizens and William Paterson
community, $8 William Paterson students, limit two per ID. Children
under 5 years of age will not be admitted to this event.
For directions or to purchase tickets, please call the Shea Center
Box Office at 973-720-2371.
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Further Information, contact:
- Mary
Beth Zeman, Director, Public Relations 973-720-2966
2/27/04
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