RSC postpones Othello while leading actor Sharon D Clarke has cancer treatment
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Culture category. Published on August 13, 2026 • Originally reported by Nadia Khomami Arts and culture correspondent. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Culture category. Published on August 13, 2026 • Originally reported by Nadia Khomami Arts and culture correspondent. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Radical reimagining of Shakespeare play was due to run at Swan theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon from 13 February to 3 April 2027
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced that it will postpone its radical production of Othello starring Sharon D Clarke, while the Olivier-winning actor undergoes treatment for cancer.
The production, directed by Monique Touko, was scheduled to run from 13 February to 3 April 2027 at the Swan theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon. Clarke, 60, is best known for her role as Lola Griffin in the BBC medical drama Holby City, as well as for her theatrical performances in Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom and Caroline, or Change.
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