Othello

Mfoniso Udofia's translation of Othello emphasizes the racial malice at the heart of the play, engaging with the rhythm and lyrical patterns of Othello's speech. It was part of the Oregon Shakespeare Festivals Play On! project, which commissioned new translations of thirty-nine Shakespeare plays to present the work in language accessible to modern audiences while never losing the beauty of Shakespeare's verse.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 146 pages
Publication date: 11 April 2023
Publisher: Arizona Center for Medieval & Renaissance Studies,US

In her captivating retelling of Shakespeare's Othello, Mfoniso Udofia delves deep into the racial animosity that underpins the play. Through her meticulous translation, Udofia highlights the rhythmic and lyrical beauty of Othello's speech, making the text resonate with contemporary audiences. By offering a code-switched Othello, Udofia ensures that the timeless tale is accessible to modern readers while preserving the exquisite poetry of Shakespeare's verse. This remarkable translation is part of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival's Play On! project, an ambitious endeavor to commission new translations of thirty-nine Shakespeare plays. The project seeks to bring Shakespeare's works to a modern audience while preserving their timeless allure. A diverse team of contemporary playwrights, screenwriters, and dramaturges collaborated on this project, infusing their unique perspectives and artistic voices into the translations. These volumes mark the first time that Shakespeare's works are being published in print, ushering in a new First Folio for a new era. Through Udofia's thoughtful interpretation and the collaborative efforts of the project, Shakespeare's timeless tales are brought to life, resonating with audiences of all generations.

Weight: 166g
Dimension: 197 x 124 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780866988254