Welcome to our webpage introducing Othello, one of Shakespeare's best known plays which is still relevant to audiences today. Unquestionably, Shakespeare has had a lasting impact on English literature; plays such as Othello continue to be taught in schools across the country and shape the education of countless pupils. However, what is your true knowledge of him and his contributions?
The purpose of this website is to close some of the gaps in your understanding of Shakespeare and 'Othello'. The play's tragic events revolve around the handkerchief, a symbol with deep symbolic value. Through the lens of post-colonial and new historicism, this website aims to investigate this symbol in a way that challenges conventional interpretations and sheds light on the historical and cultural factors that influence how we view Shakespeare's work. In addition, key information regarding William Shakespeare will be covered, including his scholarly and cultural significance for modern language and literature.
Come along as we unravel Othello's multilayered significance, how a single handkerchief may capture historical, racial and power issues while also shedding light on Shakespeare's ongoing relevance to our modern world.
Take a look at Othello's live performance in theatre.