Broadway's 'Othello' Sets Record for Highest Weekly Gross for a Play
The production, starring Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal, earned $2.8 million in its second week of previews, surpassing the previous record set by 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.'
- Othello grossed $2,818,297 across eight performances last week, becoming the highest-grossing play in Broadway history.
- The previous record of $2,718,488 was held by 'Harry Potter and the Cursed Child' during the holiday week ending December 31, 2023.
- The production features Denzel Washington as Othello and Jake Gyllenhaal as Iago, with direction by Kenny Leon and lead production by Brian Anthony Moreland.
- Ticket prices for Othello have reached as high as $921 for premium seats, sparking discussion about the rising costs of Broadway productions.
- The play is currently in previews at the Barrymore Theatre and is scheduled for a limited engagement from March 23 to June 8, 2025.
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