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Actors and Actresses Needed for "Othello" Play

Mandeville, LA, United States
ID: 296756Exp: 11/22/2025
Description:

Auditioning for the "Othello" play. See more details below. Synopsis: Welcome to Venice… reborn in neon and shadow. Moonlight Productions invites you to audition for our upcoming cyberpunk-inspired production of William Shakespeare’s Othello — a dark, electric reimagining of love, jealousy, and manipulation in a futuristic Venetian dystopia. Additional info: Please prepare a 1–2 minute Shakespearean monologue and bring your theatre résumé. Cold readings from the script may be requested. This production will explore themes of trust, jealousy, race, sexism, and manipulation — showcasing the timeless power of Shakespeare’s language and characters. All roles are open. All actors, regardless of background or experience level, are encouraged to audition. Hope to see you there!

7 roles

OthelloMale30-49 y.o.All ethnicities

Lead A respected general in the Venetian army. Noble, confident, and deeply in love with Desdemona. His passion and honor make his eventual fall all the more tragic.

DesdemonaFemale20-30 y.o.All ethnicities

Lead The daughter of a Venetian senator who defies her father to marry Othello. Intelligent, sincere, and steadfast in her love, even in the face of false accusations.

IagoMale30-49 y.o.All ethnicities

Lead Othello’s ensign and trusted companion. Cunning, manipulative, and driven by jealousy, Iago sets in motion the events that lead to tragedy.

CassioMale20-39 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting Othello’s loyal lieutenant — charming, disciplined, and admired by many. His innocence makes him an easy target for Iago’s schemes.

EmiliaFemale30-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting Iago’s wife and Desdemona’s attendant. Honest, practical, and brave, she ultimately becomes the voice of truth.

RoderigoMale20-49 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting A wealthy Venetian in love with Desdemona. Foolish and impulsive, he is easily manipulated by Iago.

BrabantioMale40-60 y.o.All ethnicities

Supporting A Venetian senator and Desdemona’s father. Proud and protective, his disapproval of her marriage sets early conflict into motion.