10 Questions
What aspect of the play's theatrical existence have critics focused on more recently?
The audience's reaction to it
What is implied by the stage history of Othello?
That completely satisfying performances can have different readings of the central character
What is a key aspect of the spectator's experience in Othello?
Imagining oneself into the world on stage
What is true of the character of Othello?
He is a complex character with multiple readings
What is implied by the performances of Salvini and Godfrey Tearle?
That the actor's choice significantly affects the audience's perception
What is a key challenge for the actor playing Othello?
To reconcile the character's multiple aspects
What is significant about Godfrey Tearle's performance at Stratford-upon-Avon?
It has remained definitive for many playgoers
What is implied by the existence of different readings of Othello?
That the play is open to multiple interpretations
What is true of the character of Desdemona?
Her critics have written extensively about her
What is a key aspect of the dramatic event in Othello?
The audience's imagination
Explore the creative process of Shakespeare's playwriting through a quote from Bradley, comparing it to Iago's soliloquies. Analyze the differences between their achievements.
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