Molly Osbourne, an actor known for her work on the U.K. stage, will make her Broadway debut as Desdemona in the upcoming mounting of “Othello.” Kenny Leon will direct the previously announced spring 2025 revival, which will be headlined by Denzel Washington in the title role and Jake Gyllenhaal as Iago.
In a statement, Leon said, “I am so excited to welcome Molly Osborne to our Broadway cast of ‘Othello’ as Desdemona. Her unique blend of heart and intellect, coupled with a natural vulnerability, makes her a truly captivating actress. I am thrilled to welcome her to our theater community and eagerly anticipate collaborating with her on her Broadway debut.”
Osborne’s first West End appearance was in 2018 as Tzeitel in “Fiddler on the Roof,” a production that originated at the Menier Chocolate Factory. In 2021, she returned to the Menier to take on the role of Chana in a staging of “Indecent.” Most recently, Osborne led the world premiere musical version of “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” and a stage adaptation of the memoir “Laughing Boy.”
Casting for “Othello” is by Duncan Stewart of ARC Casting with 101 Productions serving as general managers.
Dates and a Broadway venue for “Othello,” as well as further casting and creative team members, are to be announced.
