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Living Shakespeare: Dr John Kani on Othello (South Africa)

In this episode, acclaimed South African actor Dr John Kani recounts his experiences playing Othello at The Market Theatre in Johannesburg during 1987, at the height of apartheid South Africa.

Looking back he takes stock on how far the country has come, but also the continued relevance of the play in a still-divided society.

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