The Lord Chamberlain’s Men Bring Authentic Shakespeare to Purdue This October

A theatrical poster with a green background displays William Shakespeare’s Othello in large white letters, highlighting this legendary Shakespeare play, with a quote from the Yorkshire Post praising its authenticity in the top right corner.
July 30, 2026 Beth Wagner

Experience Shakespeare’s gripping tragedy Othello when it comes to Purdue’s Loeb Playhouse for two performances only on October 14 and 15.

Join The Lord Chamberlain’s Men this fall as they bring one of Shakespeare’s most captivating and thrilling plays to life, just as it was first performed. Experience the magic of an all-male cast, authentic Elizabethan costumes, live music, and dance in a faithful recreation of the Bard’s original vision.

“I know my price, I am worth no worse a place.”

About the adaptation

Othello, the Moor of Venice, a respected General in the Venetian army, promotes the young Cassio to be his Lieutenant over Iago, a soldier in his service. In doing so he unwittingly sparks Iago’s deep-seated hatred into terrifying life and sets in motion a horrendous spiral of vengeance and destruction that sweeps away everyone before it.

As Iago weaves his web and seeks his revenge he poisons Othello against Desdemona, who he has recently and secretly married, and turns the world upside down until Othello becomes unmoored from reality with devastating consequences. 

A powerful story of deception, jealousy and a man that loved not wisely but too well – this stunning and heartbreakingly poignant play is one you won’t want to miss. Step back in time to Elizabethan England with The Lord Chamberlain’s Men and their production of Othello – prepare to be rapt and transported.

“Put out the light, and then put out the light.”

About The Lord Chamberlain’s Men

The Lord Chamberlain’s Men is the UK’s premier all male theatre company – with direct links to the history of William Shakespeare – presenting Shakespeare’s work as he first saw it; all male, in the open air and with Elizabethan costume, music and dance. Sitting under the same stars that Shakespeare sat under and hearing his poetry brought to life the company offer an unparalleled authentic, excellent and magical experience; one that is truly unique. We are renowned for productions of great vivacity, clarity, quality and accessibility. Our productions champion authenticity whilst breathing fresh, new life into these extraordinary plays. Seeing a production by The Lord Chamberlain’s Men will ignite, rekindle or maintain a burning passion in the greatest playwright the world has ever seen.

“The best authentic Shakespearean experience” -Yorkshire Post

Othello

Student tickets start at $26!

Loeb Playhouse

Wednesday, October 14 / 7:00 pm

Thursday, October 15 / 7:30 pm

 

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