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June 15, 2026Shakespeare bulletin

Playable Whiteness; or, My Week As Iago

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Residency program examines Shakespeare's Othello, revealing anti-racist insights through Iago's portrayal.

Key Points

  • The aim is to explore anti-racist theater by reflecting on the character Iago and the rehearsal process.
  • The actor participated in a week-long residency as Iago.
  • A consistent ensemble engaged deeply with Shakespeare's text.
  • The rehearsal process emphasized patience and respect for characters' humanity.
  • The process highlighted the complexities of staging Iago in an anti-racist context.
  • Insights were gained on the actor's role in unpacking racist tropes in the play.
  • Rehearsal dynamics fostered critical reflections on race and theater production.

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Kevin Ewert (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a2f98a0a1cfeec490829aa5https://doi.org/10.1353/shb.2026.a992517
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