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Othello Becomes Highest Grossing Play In Broadway History

Author DanielDaniel, March 13th, 2025

Starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal

The Broadway production of Othello, currently in previews at the Barrymore Theatre, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the highest-grossing play in Broadway's history.

During its second week of previews, the play earned an impressive $2,818,297 across eight performances. This record-breaking achievement surpasses the previous titleholder, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, which grossed $2,718,488.

Directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, the production features a star-studded cast led by Denzel Washington, two-time Academy Award winner, in the role of Othello and Hollywood star Jake Gyllenhaal as Iago. The average ticket price for the record-breaking week was $338.09, with some premium tickets reaching as high as $897.

The play ends on June 8th, so grab your tickets here while you still can!


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